Hands-On Plant & Fleet Manager for Farm & Facilities

Curve Recruitment; Buntingford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Curve Recruitment are pleased to be working with a long-established developer in the region and are recruiting a hands-on Plant & Farm Manager to oversee the management and maintenance of company plant, machinery, fleet vehicles and wider farm facilities in Buntingford. This role offers ownership of plant and fleet operations alongside upkeep of farm buildings, storage areas and grounds.

Agricultural experience and a solid understanding of plant machinery and maintenance are beneficial for

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Plant Manager, Plant & Fleet Manager or similar position.
• Good understanding of plant machinery, maintenance requirements and statutory inspections.
• Experience coordinating servicing, repairs and vehicle maintenance.
• Agricultural or farming experience would be beneficial.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and alongside operational teams.
• Hands-on approach to problem-solving and managing competing priorities.
• High standards of health and safety, organisation and personal presentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage company plant, machinery, tools and associated equipment, arranging servicing, repairs and statutory inspections.
• Oversee fleet maintenance, including servicing, repairs and MOTs, liaising with the company buyer and external suppliers.
• Ensure all plant and vehicles are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition, with accurate inspection and maintenance records kept up to date.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety across all plant, equipment and facilities.
• Oversee the upkeep of farm buildings, storage areas, tracks and surrounding grounds, ensuring they remain safe, clean and presentable.
• Work closely with operational teams, drivers, groundworkers and labourers regarding the use and management of company-owned plant, tools and vehicles.
• Liaise with the tenant farmer and external contractors regarding the upkeep of the wider farm and grounds.
• Assist with grain lorry loading when required.
• Identify and resolve maintenance issues, taking a proactive and practical approach to keeping operations running smoothly.

Skills

Plant management

Fleet maintenance

Health & safety

Coordination

Job description

Curve Recruitment are pleased to be working with a long-established developer in the region and are recruiting a hands-on Plant & Farm Manager to oversee the management and maintenance of company plant, machinery, fleet vehicles and wider farm facilities in Buntingford. This role offers ownership of plant and fleet operations alongside upkeep of farm buildings, storage areas and grounds.

Agricultural experience and a solid understanding of plant machinery and maintenance are beneficial for