National Recruitment Manager

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

Job summary

A leading national supplier of plant hire machinery is looking for an experienced National Recruitment Manager to lead its resourcing function. You will develop and motivate teams, implement recruitment strategies, and support workforce planning. The position requires proven leadership and recruitment experience, especially within the construction sector, and offers a competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £65,000 annually.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Enhanced annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteer days

Discounted gift card scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment or resourcing within the plant hire or construction sectors.
• Strong leadership experience in developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent understanding of compliance and employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate regional coordinators to attract skilled operators.
• Implement recruitment strategies to ensure a reliable pipeline of candidates.
• Oversee operations to ensure service excellence and compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Planning skills

Results-driven mindset

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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