Mid Ulster paving manufacturer announces 95 jobs in major expansion

The company is one of the leading paving and walling manufacturers and suppliers in the UK and Ireland.

Making the announcement, Economy Minister Diane Dodds said: “During such challenging times for companies across Northern Ireland, I would like to congratulate Tobermore on this

major announcement. It is investments like this, which will drive our economic recovery forward.

“This £30m investment will help Tobermore meet the growing demand for its products throughout the UK and Ireland, whilst also creating valuable skilled employment opportunities in the Mid Ulster District council area.

"The jobs, to be created over the next three years, will generate almost £2.5m in additional annual salaries.”

Invest Northern Ireland has offered Tobermore £807,500 of support which includes support for its new production facilities in the Mid Ulster area, 95 new jobs and investment in new machinery to help meet the growing demand for its products.

David Henderson, Managing Director of Tobermore, said: “We have experienced extensive growth in recent years due to our exceptional product offering combined with our high levels of customer service, and in return have developed new products to meet the needs of our loyal customer base.

“This investment will put us in a unique position to exploit multiple markets in the coming years, with UK and Ireland our main priority markets. We are excited by the next stage of our growth plans, which requires the major expansion of our current facilities and significant investment in recruitment and marketing.

“We are delighted to have received the support of Invest NI as we move forward with our expansion plans.”

The company began recruitment earlier this year to help it meet customer demand, with 25 of the jobs already in place. A further 70 roles are to be created in areas including sales, operations and production."

Speaking after the announcement today, Mid Ulster MLA Keith Buchanan said: “Tobermore Concrete is a well-respected and successful local business and I welcome news of this investment and job creation of 95 jobs.

"This is a difficult time for manufacturing, indeed all businesses and I welcome today’s news and wish the company every success in the future.”

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