Plant Coordinator

Cappagh Browne; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Browne is seeking a proactive Plant Coordinator to join the Procurement team in our UK operations. You will coordinate on-hire and off-hire of plant and equipment, working with sites, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to meet requirements efficiently and cost-effectively, while maintaining accurate records in our systems.

You will monitor supplier performance, resolve plant-related queries, and help ensure projects have the necessary resources to be delivered safely, on time, and within

Qualifications

• Experience in plant hire, hire desk, logistics, scheduling or coordination.
• Knowledge of plant and equipment used in construction/utilities.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with suppliers and operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365; Dynamics 365 advantageous.
• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-hire and off-hire of plant and equipment with sites and suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against service levels and records accuracy in systems.
• Support procurement and operations to ensure resources are available safely, on time and within budget.
• Resolve plant-related queries and maintain clear records across internal systems.

Skills

Plant hire experience

Logistics coordination

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

MS Office 365

Dynamics 365

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Education

GCSEs English & Maths (Grade C/4+)

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Dynamics 365

Job description

At Browne, we're looking for a proactive and organised Plant Coordinator to join our Procurement team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting operational teams across Browne, Cappagh Browne, and Non-Infra by coordinating the on-hire and off-hire of plant and equipment. You'll work closely with sites, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure plant requirements are met efficiently and cost-effectively, while maintaining accurate records within our internal systems. The role involves monitoring supplier performance against agreed service levels, resolving plant-related queries, and helping to ensure projects have the resources they need to be delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

About Browne

At Browne, we are engineering with purpose.

We’re a leading UK contractor working in the water and civil engineering sectors, delivering projects that help improve everyday life. From building pipelines and upgrading pumping stations to maintaining reservoirs and drainage systems, we support cleaner water, stronger infrastructure and more reliable services for communities.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities both on site and behind the scenes. Whether your skills are in engineering, project delivery, safety, sustainability, commercial, planning or business support, there’s a place for you at Browne. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we’re proud to be a Silver Award Investors in Diversity accredited employer.

Our teams use smart technology and a hands‑on approach to make sure every job is delivered safely and to a high standard. We support our clients through the full life of their assets, from construction and mechanical systems to long‑term maintenance.

Browne is part of Renew Holdings plc, a UK-based group of specialist engineering companies.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a plant hire, hire desk, logistics, scheduling, or coordination role.
• Knowledge of plant and equipment used within construction, utilities, civil engineering, or infrastructure environments.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with confidence liaising with suppliers and operational teams.
• Good problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365; experience using Dynamics 365 or similar business systems would be advantageous.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and collaborative business where your contribution will have a direct impact on operational success. You'll work with a wide range of stakeholders, develop valuable industry knowledge, and be part of a team committed to delivering excellent service across our projects and operations.