Plant Service Manager
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Shift: Monday to Friday | 8:00am – 5:30pm
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are looking for an experienced and driven Plant Service Manager to lead a busy service department which will involve managing a team of 6. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in plant hire, construction or rental company.
You will oversee the day-to-day running of the workshop and service department, managing a team of fitters, breakdown staff, and administrators while ensuring equipment availability, compliance, and performance targets are consistently achieved.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the daily operations and smooth running of the department
* Manage hire equipment inspections, including Service Red Pen Checks
* Ensure health & safety standards are consistently followed and safe working procedures are adhered to by all staff
* Coordinate both major and minor repairs to maximise fleet uptime and availability
* Monitor team performance, providing ongoing support, coaching, and development opportunities for staff
* Ensure all employee training and certifications remain current and compliant
* Maintain high compliance standards across the workshop and operational areas Accurately complete and process workshop staff timesheets within deadlines
* Conduct regular team meetings and operational briefings
* Communicate company objectives, KPIs, and important business updates effectively to the team
* Review weekly purchase order reports to identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor overspend
* Assist with the recruitment and onboarding of workshop fitters when required
* Promote a positive working culture focused on engagement, productivity, and employee retention
About You
* Previous experience within plant hire, construction, rental, or heavy equipment industries
* Proven experience managing workshop/service operations
* Good understanding of plant machinery maintenance and repairs
* NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent
What’s on Offer
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities
* One paid Volunteer Day each year
* 50% subsidised gym membership
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
If you are a motivated Service Manager looking for your next challenge within a growing and supportive business, we would love to hear from you.
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