Plant Operations Lead - West Sussex
£40,000-£45,000k
Role
Support and coordinate the daily operations of internal and external plant hire. Youll line-manage key area leads, support the Plant Manager, and ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant delivery of plant hire services aligned with operational plans.
Responsibilities
1. Coordinate between internal and external plant hire, ensuring structured planning and clarity with minimal duplication or delays.
2. Monitor equipment use and help reduce downtimeidentify underused assets and recommend improvements.
3. Investigate incidents (damages, losses), track trends, and support awareness initiatives like toolbox talks.
4. Work with the Plant Manager to design and implement a sustainable external hire solution prioritising internal supply and cost-efficiency.
5. Support stock control, supplier pricing, and negotiating supply agreements for faster turnaround and better value.
6. Provide oversight of daily compliance and safety routines.
7. Line-manage the Stores, Internal Hire, and External Hire teams; cover the Workshop and Fleet functions when needed.
8. Attend key planning sessions and act as liais...