Plant and Machinery Manager

The Plant and Machinery Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of all construction equipment, materials handling, and associated technical resources across the company’s sites.

The role ensures equipment availability, reliability, and compliance while supporting project efficiency and cost optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Fleet & Equipment Management

• Define and implement equipment management strategy aligned with project timelines and company objectives.
• Monitor equipment performance indicators and propose improvements to optimise usage, reduce downtime, and extend lifecycle.
• Collaborate with site managers to anticipate equipment needs and plan accordingly.

2. Equipment Planning & Deployment

• Coordinate the allocation and dispatch of machinery, formwork, scaffolding, tools, and other technical assets to project sites.
• Ensure traceability and visibility of fleet movements through systematic documentation and tracking systems.
• Optimise equipment rotation between sites to reduce idle time.

3. Maintenance & Reliability

• Establish preventive and corrective maintenance plans in collaboration with workshop teams.
• Supervise the execution and documentation of all maintenance operations.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer standards and safety norms.

4. Inventory & Supplies Management

• Oversee stock levels of spare parts, fuels, and consumables, and ensure timely procurement.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to anticipate material needs.
• Supervise storekeeping processes and reporting.

5. Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all equipment and operations comply with applicable health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments related to plant and equipment use.
• Promote a strong safety culture within the equipment and maintenance teams.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, supervise and support a multidisciplinary team including mechanics, storekeepers, and logistics staff.
• Organise workload, set clear expectations, and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Identify training needs and support upskilling of team members to meet evolving project requirements.
• Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment.

Reporting & Coordination

• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance, incidents, and inventory.
• Produce regular reports for management on fleet performance, costs, and needs.
• Act as a key liaison between project teams, logistics, procurement, and external service providers.