Royal Engineers visit Tarmac's Silvertown concrete plant

Tarmac recently hosted six officers from the Corp of Royal Engineers at its Silvertown concrete plant  – as part of its commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

All the engineers are currently studying at the Royal School of Military Engineering Brompton Barracks. The full-day event provided the officers with an in-depth look at ready-mixed concrete as a construction material solution as well as valuable industry insights.

Guided by Tarmac experts Joe Kirwin, Dan Warren, and Kelly Ebbs, the officers gained first-hand experience in concrete production, exploring plant operations, discussing concrete technology, and participating in a CPD session focused on CEVO, Tarmac’s low-carbon concrete solutions. The visit allowed attendees to further understand ready-mixed concrete production, quality-control processes, and advances in sustainable concrete options.

Both Tarmac and The Royal School of Military Engineering are keen to make this a regular training opportunity, allowing future officers to explore career options within the construction sector.

Joe Kirwin, commercial manager London & South East Readymix at Tarmac, commented: "It was great to host officers from the Corp of Royal Engineers and showcase the innovative work we do at Tarmac. With my own military background, I understand the importance of bridging military expertise with industry experience. This visit really highlighted how we can support in preparing armed forces personal for successful engineering careers."

Alex Soles, civils lecturer at MKC Training, The Royal School of Military Engineering, added: "A special thank you to Tarmac for a well-organized technical training day and site visit at the Silvertown concrete plant. The officers gained valuable insight and context into industry practices, quality control, innovation, and sustainability, all aiding the soldiers on their way to MEng qualifications and CEng status. The technical expertise and experience from the Tarmac team was first class and we very much look forward to joining them again in the future."

This initiative aligns with Tarmac’s broader commitments to the armed forces community, including their active support of the Armed Forces Covenant. By providing unique training opportunities, Tarmac not only reinforce their commitment to supporting future careers but also contribute to career pathways that benefit the wider community.