Electrical Craftsperson
| Posting date: | 11 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 June 2026 |
| Location: | Dunbar, EH42 1SL |
| Company: | Tarmac Trading Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | tarmac/TP/188377/7835 |
Summary
Are you ready to play a vital role in maintaining and optimising the electrical and process control systems that keep our plant running smoothly?We’re looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Electrical Craftsperson to join our Maintenance team and contribute to the reliability and efficiency of our Cement Plant operation based in Dunbar, East Lothian.
Main Responsibilities
Within the role of Electrical Craftsperson you will act as a key member of the Maintenance team, focusing on electrical and process control equipment across the plant.
The day to day responsibilities of the role include:
- Prioritising safety at all times, demonstrating a strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental standards
- Applying existing knowledge or quickly develop expertise in a wide range of equipment, including instrumentation, PLCs, DCS/SCADA systems, LV & HV motors, switchgear, control gear, AC & DC systems, variable speed drives, and specialised control panels
- Performing mechanical maintenance tasks such as bearing replacement and device alignment
- Be flexible with working hours, including potential weekend or split day shifts
The Ideal Candidate
- Experience as a trained electrical craftsperson/process control
- 18th edition certified
- Multi-skilled engineering maintenance experience
- PLC experience
- Strong team worker with the ability to work independently
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work flexibly
Why Tarmac
We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
- Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
- Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
- Training and development opportunities
Tarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer.If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
Ready to build your future?
Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!
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