Job Introduction
Lead regional Asphalt operations. Drive performance. Deliver safer, smarter infrastructure. Are you a senior operations leader with a strong background in asphalt production? Do you thrive on driving safety, operational excellence, commercial performance and people development across complex, multi‑site operations? Are you ready to shape regional strategy and make a tangible impact across a critical part of the business?
The Opportunity
We’re seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead Asphalt operations across the South West & Wales, with accountability for asphalt operations across the region. You’ll lead and inspire a team of experienced managers to deliver:
- Outstanding health, safety and environmental performance
- High‑performing, reliable and efficient asphalt manufacturing operations
- Strong financial and commercial outcomes
- A sustainable, future‑ready leadership and talent pipeline
This is a regional role offering flexibility on location. Whether you’re based in Bristol, Exeter, Newport, Gloucester, Hereford, Cardiff, Swansea or elsewhere across the South West & Wales, we’re focused on securing the right leader to deliver results.
Reporting to the Regional Operations Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the annual Asphalt strategy for the region.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Driving industry leading safety standards
- Overall leadership of regional Asphalt operational performance, safety, cost and reliability
- Leading monthly KPI and performance reviews, driving corrective action and improvement
- Designing, owning and delivering the annual strategic plan for the Asphalt business
- Full budget accountability, ensuring financial targets and efficiencies are achieved
- Driving a continuous improvement culture, sharing best practice and innovation
- Actively embedding Tarmac’s sustainability strategy, including use of lower‑carbon materials and processes
- Ensuring production is closely aligned with commercial demand to maximise returns and minimise waste
- Overseeing product quality, consistency and customer satisfaction
- Leading customer complaints reviews, ensuring effective root cause analysis
- Managing capex submissions, maintaining the 5‑year asset and investment plan
- Working closely with technical, commercial and supply chain teams
- Developing and retaining a high‑performing, engaged management team
What We’re Looking For
You’ll be an experienced senior operational leader with proven success in asphalt manufacturing and/or surfacing operations, within a heavy materials, construction materials or infrastructure environment. You’ll combine strong technical expertise with commercial insight and the ability to lead at scale.
- Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation in asphalt operations
- In‑depth technical knowledge of asphalt production, bituminous mixtures and Recycled Asphalt Planings (RAP)
- Understanding of asphalt plant operations, logistics, supply chain and quality control
- Proven ability to lead through managers, developing teams and future leaders
- Commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs and margins
- Appreciation of sustainable asphalt solutions, materials innovation and emissions reduction
- Strong problem‑solving capability, including root cause analysis
- Confident communicator with experience engaging senior internal and external stakeholders
- Analytical mindset, using data and trends to support operational decision‑making
- Strong organisational and strategic planning skills
A full UK driving licence is essential as a company car or car allowance is provided with this role.
Benefits
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
- Access to the Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
- Training and development opportunities
We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels valued and empowered to perform at their best. We’re proud to be part of CRH and an equal opportunity employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know – we’re here to support you.
Job Reference: tarmac/TP/112/7728
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