Plant Hire Controller

Doocey Group; Tipton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Plant Hire Controller to oversee daily operations in a dynamic plant hire environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring equipment availability and efficiency, coordinating deliveries, and maintaining machinery to the highest standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, and have a proactive approach to managing fleet requirements. Join a forward-thinking company that values commitment and quality, and contribute to a team that is dedicated to excellence in civil engineering services.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in plant hire or civil engineering roles.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of equipment and maintain efficient workflows.
• Coordinate equipment availability and arrange deliveries.

Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Organisation skills

Self-driven and results-oriented

Education

GCSE's Grade 9-4 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Company:
M & A Doocey is a multi-disciplined, civil engineering and utility contractor operating nationally, providing a range of utility and civil engineering services including multi-utilities. Based in Tipton and established for more than 40 years, we are framework partners with several major utilities, driven by a commitment to maintaining and developing solid client relationships and we continue to diversify and reinforce our reputation for delivering quality you can build on.

Summary:
Our Plant Hire Controller is responsible for managing the daily operations of equipment and maintaining efficient workflows within a plant hire company. This role involves coordinating equipment availability, arranging deliveries and collections, and liaising closely with customers to fulfil their rental needs. The Plant Hire Controller ensures that all machinery is maintained, inspected and fit for hire while also tracking its location, usage and service status.

Specific Responsibilities/Tasks:

1. Daily
   Ensure yard walk is submitted and distributed to wider Plant team by 8.30am, daily.
   Ensure yard activity report is created, completed, and distributed to Directors and Plant team by 9am, daily.
   Ensure Motor Insurance Database is maintained and up to date.
   Manage fleet requirements such as breakdowns, repairs, servicing etc. at various Doocey depots nationwide, ensuring requests are taken accurately, and booked in for completion as requested.
2. Weekly
   Every Monday and Tuesday, ensure all returns are documented, ensuring teams are chased for any missing information, related to HGV's, Vehicles, F91's, WNT and any other Plant returns.
   Ensure that every Wednesday (AM) plant returns report is completed and accurate, sending to SHEQ for collation for preparation of the Weekly Management Meeting.
   Ensure that every Thursday, all grease forms are returned and reviewed for accuracy, chasing any that are missing.
   Ensure by 5pm every Friday, the Cross Hire report is completed and distributed to wider Plant team.
3. Adhoc
   Ensure fleet items are serviced as and when required, and within Plant SLA's, also ensuring thorough and accurate records are maintained.
   Attend mandatory training courses as defined within the company training matrix.
   Keep up to date with legislation and record 'Continued Professional Development' (CPD).

Qualifications & Training:
A comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office software, especially Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
GCSE's Grade 9-4 or equivalent.

Technical Skills & Experience:
Extensive experience within the same role, or similar within the civil engineering sector.
Self-driven, results-oriented, with a 'can do' attitude without compromising safety and/or compliance.
Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including employees, management, regulatory agencies, and the community.
Problem-Solving Skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication Skills.
Confident, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with managers at all levels within a business.
Administration experience.
Ability to be proactive, always.
Excellent attention to detail.
Time management skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Organisation skills.