Plant Manager
DB recruitment is hiring for the above role to join a Tier 1 Construction Company in Co. Galway.
The Role
Responsible for the efficient management of the Plant Department, ensuring the effective delivery, utilisation, and commercial oversight of all plant, equipment, fleet, and site‑service resources across the projects.
Key Responsibilities
Department & Operational Management: Oversee the day-to-day running of the Plant Department, lead department meetings, prepare regular operational and commercial reports, and support strategic planning.
Drive continuous improvement across processes, systems, and supplier performance.
Site Logistics & Project Mobilisation: Manage tower cranes, site accommodation, surveying instruments, telehandlers, and all associated plant for project mobilisation and demobilisation; coordinate delivery, installation, commissioning, and removal; assess and plan project-specific plant requirements in collaboration with Site Management.
Plant & Equipment Management: Manage both owned and hired plant, ensuring optimal utilisation, cost efficiency, and availability; maintain strong knowledge of plant specifications, capabilities, and operating requirements; oversee repair and maintenance processes, and prepare cost-benefit analyses for buy‑versus‑hire decisions, repairs versus replacement, and fleet optimisation.
Supplier & Subcontractor Management: Manage plant-related subcontractors, conduct performance reviews, source new suppliers and negotiate rates, maintain relationships, and assist with pricing plant and logistics for tenders.
Fleet, Transport & Compliance: Manage the fleet of vehicles, telehandlers, generators, and ancillary equipment; oversee booking and transport logistics; administer fuel cards, toll tags, insurance valuations, and fleet compliance; ensure adherence to RSA requirements and support audits.
Skills & Capabilities
Strong operational planning and coordination skills.
Deep knowledge of plant, equipment, and fleet management.
Commercial awareness with proven ability to manage budgets and negotiate rates.
Competence in preparing cost-benefit analyses and supporting tender submissions.
Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and supplier relationship skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.
Benefits
Company Vehicle
Fuel Allowance
Paid Holidays
Pension Fund
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