Deputy Plant Manager

Balfour Beatty plc; Leiston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical health cover

Company car or car allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension savings schemes

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Discretionary annual salary reviews

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc has a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Plant Manager to join our Ground Engineering team working on the Sizewell C project in Leiston, Suffolk. The role involves managing plant operations across multiple sites and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Candidates should have experience in plant coordination, communication skills, and be familiar with geotechnical operations. The position offers a competitive salary, health cover, and a company car or allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience in plant coordination or site logistics within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical and piling operations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with CPA contract terms and plant hire procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Plant Manager in managing plant operations.
• Coordinate with site teams for timely provision of plant and equipment.
• Monitor plant utilization and availability to optimize resource allocation.
• Ensure all operations comply with relevant safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Plant coordination

Site logistics

Geotechnical operations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Excel

Hearing safety standards

Education

Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Project

Insphire

MCA

Job description

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Plant Manager to join our Ground Engineering team working on the Sizewell C project in Leiston, Suffolk. Be part of this ‘once in a generation’ project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low‑carbon electricity.

Accountabilities

• Support the Plant Manager in managing plant operations across multiple GSA geotechnical sites;
• Coordinate with site teams to understand plant requirements and ensure timely provision of plant and equipment;
• Liaise with internal plant teams and approved external suppliers to arrange plant delivery, collection and servicing;
• Monitor plant utilisation and availability to optimise resource allocation;
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of plant movements, inspections, and compliance documentation;
• Support the planning and scheduling of plant resources in line with project milestones;
• Ensure all plant operations comply with relevant safety, environmental, and operational standards;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of plant-related procedures and best practices;
• Assist in resolving plant hire related issues on site, escalating to the Plant Manager as needed;
• Promote cost-effective plant usage and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements;
• Collaborate with logistics, procurement, and construction teams to align plant provision with project needs;
• Support audits and inspections by maintaining accessible and accurate plant documentation with a strong understanding of CPA contract terms and best practices.

Essential Qualifications

• Experience in plant coordination or site logistics within construction or infrastructure projects;
• A strong understanding of geotechnical and piling operations;
• Excellent organisational and communication skills;
• Familiarity with CPA contract terms and plant hire procedures;
• Ability to work collaboratively with site teams, suppliers, and internal departments;
• Strong computer skills – focused on Excel/Word/PowerPoint and ideally conversant with other software such as MS Project, Insphire or MCA;
• Knowledge of safety and compliance standards related to plant operations;
• Familiarity with GDPR and data protection best practices.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working within a multi‑company alliance or joint venture;
• Familiarity with piling‑specific training and induction needs;
• Knowledge of CSCS, CPCS, NPORS, and other construction certification schemes;
• Qualification in Business Administration, HR, or Learning & Development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Medical health cover;
• Company car or car allowance;
• Discretionary annual bonus;
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays;
• Pension savings schemes;
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and family‑friendly policies;
• Access to our Refer and Earn scheme;
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.

About Us

Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering is one of the UK’s leading specialist geo‑technical contractors, providing innovative piling and ground improvement solutions across all sectors. Our reputation is built on delivering ground engineering solutions on some of the UK’s largest and most prestigious projects including HS2, The Shard, Wembley Stadium, Reading Station Viaduct, Marble Arch Place, Battersea Power Station redevelopment and the A14 Cambridge to Huntingdon improvement project.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan aim to grow a diverse workforce and develop an inclusive culture. For more information, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion. We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more information, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/.