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Plant Service Manager

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Posted on May 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Automotive
Immediate Start
£65k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
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

Reference: 225116151

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Plant Service Manager

CV-Library

Posted on May 15, 2026 by CV-Library

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Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Automotive
Immediate Start
£65k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
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
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Reference: 225116151

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