Plant Manager – Plant Hire / Construction Equipment
Location: Launceston
Salary: Circa £40,000
About the Company: We are working with a well-established plant and machinery supplier serving construction contractors and domestic clients across the South West. Providing a wide range of equipment such as excavators, dumpers, loading shovels, and other plant machinery, the business has built a strong reputation for reliability, customer service, and high-quality maintenance support.
The Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Plant Manager to lead their busy depot service operations. You will oversee the servicing, maintenance, and repair of a diverse fleet of plant equipment, ensuring machinery is safe, compliant, and available for customers across the region. You will also lead and develop a team of engineers while driving service performance and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the day-to-day operations of the service department and workshop
* Oversee maintenance and repair of plant machinery including excavators, dumpers, and loading shovels
* Plan and coordinate servicing schedules, breakdowns, and fleet availability
* Lead, motivate, and develop a team of engineers and technicians
* Maintain high standards of health & safety and workshop compliance
* Manage parts inventory and ensure effective stock control
* Build and maintain strong relationships with customers across the South West
* Identify opportunities to upsell servicing and maximise service revenue
* Work closely with hire and sales teams to optimise fleet utilisation
* Ensure accurate financial procedures and reporting
Requirements & Experience
* Strong mechanical knowledge of plant or construction machinery or similar
* Previous experience as a Service Manager, Workshop Manager, or Senior Engineer
* Background in plant hire, construction equipment, or heavy machinery
* Proven leadership experience managing teams
* Strong organisational and planning skills
* Commercial awareness and customer-focused approach
* IT literate with experience using service/workshop systems
Benefits
* Salary circa £40,000
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Stable, long-term role within a growing regional business
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