Plant Service Manager

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. #plantmanager #servicemanager #plant #WorkshopManager #FleetManagement #PlantMaintenance