Plant Manager

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the Utilities and Civil Engineering sectors is seeking a proactive Plant Manager to oversee operations across multiple depots in Scotland. This hands-on role involves ensuring compliance, maintenance, and effective running of plant equipment while fostering strong relationships with depot teams. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in plant management, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of operational improvements. Join a supportive environment that values your expertise and offers clear opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Professional Growth Opportunities

Supportive Environment

Qualifications

• Experienced Plant Manager or General Manager with a utilities or civil engineering background.
• Strong leadership experience in multi-site operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day plant and equipment operations across depots.
• Prepare management reports with insight and accuracy.
• Oversee maintenance programmes and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Improvements

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Communication

Driving License

Education

Experience in Plant Management

Background in Utilities or Civil Engineering

Job description

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Fibreplan – part of the GCU Family – is a key player in the Utilities, Civil Engineering, Telecommunications, and Traffic Management sectors. We're currently looking for an experienced and proactive Plant Manager to take ownership of our plant and equipment operations across our Scottish depot network.

Role Overview:
As Plant Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring the effective running, compliance, and maintenance of plant and equipment across multiple locations. This is a hands-on role that involves working closely with depot and operations teams, driving performance, and supporting the wider business with strategic plant management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day plant and equipment operations across depots
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with depot and operational teams
• Prepare regular management reports with insight and accuracy
• Oversee maintenance programmes and ensure compliance
• Manage administrative systems, records, and documentation
• Control plant inventory and coordinate logistics
• Maintain high standards of product quality and availability
• Manage costs and capital requirements
• Travel to depots across Scotland is required

Skills & Experience:

• Experienced Plant Manager or General Manager, ideally from a utilities or civil engineering background
• Strong leadership experience across multi-site operations
• Proven record of delivering operational improvements
• Confident communicator with a collaborative mindset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer:
Fibreplan provides a competitive salary, clear opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment where your expertise and ideas will help shape our future.

Ready to lead from the front and make an impact? Apply now – we'd love to hear from you.