Equipment Hire Manager

Sociable Tech; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Tech Plumbing Pty Ltd is seeking an Equipment Hire Manager to oversee daily equipment operations, fleet logistics and procurement across projects in Casula, NSW. The role focuses on maintaining availability, scheduling servicing, and optimizing hire spend while ensuring safety compliance and productive asset use.

You will lead a small team, coordinate with suppliers and site personnel, and contribute to revenue growth through efficient asset management.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in equipment hire, plant management, logistics or construction operations.
• Familiarity with construction plant, machinery and equipment.
• Strong organisational, team leadership and coordination skills.
• A valid Australian Class C driver’s licence.
• White Card (Construction Induction Training).
• Understanding of workplace health and safety procedures and equipment safety.
• Basic computer and administrative skills, including email, Excel and equipment management systems.
• Nice to Have: Excavator or other plant operating experience.
• Heavy vehicle or haulage truck licence.
• Certificate III or IV in Business, Logistics or a relevant mechanical trade.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and control daily equipment operations, including dispatch, returns and maintenance.
• Coordinate allocation and movement of machinery, vehicles and equipment between projects.
• Manage equipment bookings, hire arrangements, supplier quotations and hire contracts.
• Assess credit terms and facilities offered to customers.
• Analyse market supply and demand to inform purchasing decisions.
• Monitor inventory, fleet availability and servicing schedules.
• Liaise with suppliers, mechanics, contractors and project personnel.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in safe, serviceable condition and record keeping.

Skills

Equipment hire

Plant management

Logistics

Team leadership

Driver's licence

Safety procedures

Education

White Card (Construction Induction)

Certificate III/IV in Business or Logistics

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Ultra tech plumbing pty Ltd About the Role We are seeking a driven and experienced Equipment Hire Manager to oversee and control equipment hire operations, fleet logistics and equipment management at Ultra Tech Plumbing Pty Ltd.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key operational role within a growing plumbing and civil services business. You will be responsible for purchasing and managing equipment availability, coordinating machinery and vehicle movements, credit control, overseeing maintenance and servicing, and ensuring efficient use of plant and equipment across the company's operations. The successful applicant will play an important role in revenue generation, supporting daily operations, maintaining equipment availability and helping the business meet the demands of its current and future projects.

Benefits What We Offer: Competitive salary package of $90,000 – $100,000 plus superannuation.

Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth. A stable, full-time position within a developing Australian business. An important operational role with responsibility for equipment and fleet management.

Task & responsibilities What You’ll

Do Oversee and control daily equipment operations, including equipment dispatch, returns and maintenance. Coordinate the allocation and movement of machinery, vehicles and equipment between projects and work sites. Manage equipment bookings, hire arrangements, supplier quotations and hire contracts where required.

Determine credit terms and facilities to be offered to customers Analyse market supply and demand to inform purchasing decisions Make recommendations regarding equipment procurement and planning to support the company's operational requirements. Monitor inventory, fleet availability and servicing schedules.

Liaise with equipment hire suppliers, mechanics, contractors and project personnel. Ensure equipment is maintained in a safe, serviceable and operational condition. Maintain accurate equipment records, service histories and utilisation reports.

Monitor equipment costs and identify opportunities to improve utilisation and reduce unnecessary hire expenditure. Ensure compliance with relevant work health and safety requirements and equipment safety standards.

Qualification & experience

What We're Looking For: Minimum three years’ experience in equipment hire, plant management, logistics or construction operations.

Familiarity with construction plant, machinery and equipment. Strong organisational, team leadership and coordination skills. A valid Australian Class C driver’s licence.

White Card (Construction Induction Training). A sound understanding of workplace health and safety procedures and equipment safety. Basic computer and administrative skills, including email, Excel and equipment management systems.

Nice to Have (but not essential): Excavator or other relevant plant operating experience. Heavy vehicle or haulage truck licence.

Certificate III or IV in Business, Logistics or a relevant mechanical trade.

About Company

Ultra Tech Plumbing Pty Ltd is an Australian-owned plumbing and civil services business based in Casula, New South Wales. The company undertakes plumbing, drainage and associated civil works, supported by a range of plant, machinery, vehicles and specialist equipment.

As the business develops its operations and expands its equipment resources, effective coordination of plant, servicing, equipment allocation and hire arrangements is increasingly important to generating additional revenue, maintaining productivity and controlling operating costs. The Equipment Hire Manager position is required to control and oversee these activities, coordinate equipment requirements across projects, maintain equipment availability and support management in planning for future operational growth. The role will help ensure the company's machinery and equipment are utilised efficiently, maintained appropriately and available to meet project requirements.

Position Location: 21 Kendall Drive, Casula NSW 2170.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $90000-100000