Electrical Engineering Graduate

2 weeks ago


Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, United Kingdom Tarmac Full time £30,000 - £50,000 per year

Job Introduction
Kickstart your Engineering career at Tarmac with our Electrical Engineering Graduate Programme Work on real projects, gain hands-on experience, and learn from the best as you help shape the new era of construction

We are currently recruiting for a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join our Cement and Packed Products Team at Aberthaw Cement Plant in Wales .

As part of the UK and Ireland Cement and Packed division, you will participate in our 3-year graduate scheme, helping you to make decisions to deliver business impact, present powerfully, communicate effectively and many more key skills. You will play an important role in keeping UK infrastructure moving, contributing towards the successful production of cementitious products. An exciting role where you can see the outputs of your hard work all around you (quite literally)

What you'll be doing

  • Learning your engineering craft, gaining a detailed understanding of cement engineering, manufacturing and production via a dedicated Tarmac development programme and the CRH international technical programme
  • Plenty of chance for some hands-on experience on site, contributing to successful continuous plant performance, and addressing production and process bottlenecks for an improved output, stability and environmental aspects
  • Whilst your first 3 years will primarily be based on one plant you will then be expected to gain valuable experience on plants across our UK and Ireland Cluster by participating in an exciting international assignment
  • Assist in tracking key process parameters and analyse data to optimise plant performance, making recommendations for modifications
  • Gain knowledge, understanding and practical application of all safety policies, procedures and practices and be active in leading and driving safety standards and improvements
  • Involvement in root cause analysis to understand the associated costs and business impacts resulting from plant un-planned downtime
  • Develop knowledge and understanding of the integration of new systems into our plant operations

Your Development

We recognise that our graduates are vital to our future success, which is why we invest in their development through training, ongoing support, and opportunities to work on exciting projects.

You'll take part in our Graduate Core Skills Development Programme, designed to boost your business knowledge, strengthen your soft skills, and connect you with other grads and leaders across Tarmac.

What we're looking for...

Essential

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Driving license and ability to travel
  • Willing to work in different locations across UK and Ireland (and international assignments in the future)

Desirable

  • Organisational , communication and analytical skills
  • Passionate about working safely
  • Motivated and loves a challenge
  • Enthusiastic about starting a career in the building materials industry

Why Choose Tarmac?

This is where talent meets opportunity- ignite your potential

At Tarmac, we believe in building more than just roads and infrastructure—we build careers. As the UK's largest construction materials company, we offer exciting early career opportunities that fit your lifestyle, whether you're on-site, in the office, or a mix of both. Join us to earn, learn, and grow while helping shape a more sustainable future. We're committed to your development and wellbeing, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive.

Here's what you can look forward to:

  • Enhanced holiday entitlement
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Exclusive discounts via the Tarmac Reward website
  • Free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance helpline
  • Inclusive employee communities, including REACH (Religious, Ethnic and Cultural Heritage), LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, and Female Voice
  • Training and development tailored to your goals

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome and encouraged to apply.

Don't Miss Out

We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of candidates- so if this sounds like your kind of opportunity, get your application in ASAP

Ready to shape the future? Apply now and start your journey with Tarmac

Tarmac Trading Limited

Attached documents
Job Reference tarmac/TP/67621/7108


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