Plant Operations Lead

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Plant Operations Lead to coordinate and oversee the day-to-day running of our clients internal and external plant hire operations. This is a pivotal role, ensuring smooth processes, strong team alignment, and effective utilisation of equipment across the business. This role has a strong focus on team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support daily plant hire operations, aligning activity with forecasted plans.
• Oversee collaboration between internal and external hire functions, ensuring clear responsibilities and minimal delays.
• Monitor equipment utilisation, reduce idle assets, and recommend improvements.
• Investigate damages, losses, and unusual requirements, tracking and reporting trends to support minimisation efforts.
• Work with the Plant Manager to develop sustainable external hire solutions that balance flexibility and cost efficiency.
• Support stock control, supplier pricing, and supply agreements for fast turnaround and competitive rates.
• Provide oversight of compliance routines to meet legal and safety obligations.
• Line manage Stores, Internal Hire, and External Hire teams, providing cover where needed.
• Oversee Workshop and Fleet functions in the Plant Manager's absence.
• Attend planning sessions and liaise with stakeholders to ensure deadlines and hire fulfilment are met.
• Drive consistency across departmental functions and support improved use of EVision systems.
• Develop and share toolbox talks, updates, and equipment information with project teams.
• Produce monthly reports on hire spend, revenue, and operational trends.

Skills & Experience

• Excellent organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication style, linking activity across teams and departments.
• Attention to detail in documentation, compliance, and follow-through.
• Proven experience coordinating operational activity across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Background in managing or supporting teams with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Familiarity with plant hire, supply chain, or logistics operations is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with ERP/asset tracking systems.
• Capable of producing clear reports, trackers, and shared documents.

Qualifications & Training

• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• CSCS card (desirable).
• Recognised management or supervisory training (e.g., ILM) is desirable.
• Business Administration or relevant vocational qualification (desirable).
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., SSSTS, LOLER/PUWER awareness, health & safety).

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead a key operational function with real impact.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A collaborative environment where your ideas and improvements are valued.

If you're a natural organiser with a drive for results and a passion for operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Plant Operations Lead.

This role is recruited for by ACS Performance.

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