National Recruitment Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Ashton-in-Makerfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A national supplier of plant hire machinery is seeking an experienced National Recruitment Manager to lead recruitment efforts. Responsibilities include motivating teams, creating recruitment strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience within the construction sector, strong leadership skills, and the capability to manage multiple priorities. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including a company car and enhanced annual leave.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Workplace pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Refer-a-friend scheme

Discounted gift card scheme

Paid volunteer days

Eye test and vision care vouchers

Free annual flu vaccination

Qualifications

• Proven recruitment or resourcing experience within the plant hire, heavy equipment, or construction sectors.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with experience developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent understanding of industry compliance, health & safety, and employment regulations.
• Results-driven, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate Regional Resourcing Coordinators.
• Create and implement recruitment strategies for a reliable pipeline of candidates.
• Support workforce planning for future project and business growth demands.
• Oversee resourcing operations to ensure service excellence and compliance.

Skills

Recruitment experience in construction

Leadership and team management

Communication skills

Planning skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

A national supplier of technologically advanced plant hire machinery, supporting the construction, rail, major project, and energy industries, is seeking an experienced National Recruitment Manager to lead its growing resourcing function.

This business prides itself on being a customer's first choice - built on safety, sustainability, and integrity. People are at the heart of its success, with continuous investment in training, professional development, and long‑term career growth.

Job Overview

• Lead, develop, and motivate Regional Resourcing Coordinators to attract and retain skilled operators.
• Create and implement recruitment strategies that ensure a reliable pipeline of compliant, high‑performing candidates.
• Support workforce planning to meet future project and business growth demands.
• Build and maintain relationships with training providers, agencies, and other external partners.
• Oversee resourcing operations to ensure service excellence, consistency, and compliance across all regions.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to drive national growth initiatives and operational efficiency.
• Manage divisional budgets, track performance metrics, and report on recruitment outcomes and customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements

• Proven recruitment or resourcing experience within the plant hire, heavy equipment, or construction sectors.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience developing high‑performing teams.
• Excellent understanding of industry compliance, health & safety, and employment regulations.
• Strong communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Results‑driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, operational environment.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: £55,000-£65,000 per annum
• Company car or car allowance
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service
• Workplace pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
• Refer‑a‑friend scheme and annual employee satisfaction survey
• Discounted gift card scheme (up to 15%)
• Paid volunteer days for community or government‑supported roles
• Eye test and vision care vouchers
• Free annual flu vaccination

Accredited living wage employer.

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