Plant Resource Coordinator

Randstad Construction and Property; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Birmingham seeks a Plant Resource Coordinator to oversee plant logistics and inventory management. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, exceptional organizational skills, and a deep understanding of plant and machinery. The salary ranges from £30,000 to £37,000, with a commitment to health and safety and a proactive attitude being essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in plant-focused logistics or coordination.
• Deep understanding of different types of plant and machinery.
• Proactive attitude with commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage the hire of plant and equipment, scheduling their delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact for suppliers and monitor performance.
• Ensure compliance and perform regular audits of plant inventory.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Plant management software

Attention to detail

Tools

COUPA

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Plant Resource Coordinator - Birmingham

Are you a logistics mastermind with a passion for plant and machinery? Ready to take charge of a busy depot and play a crucial role in a thriving construction business?

A construction contractor is looking for a talented and organized Plant Resource Coordinator to join their team in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive individual to manage the logistics of our essential plant and equipment, offering a competitive salary of £30,000 - £37,000.

Your Mission:

• Procurement & Scheduling: Managing the hire of all internal and external plant and equipment, scheduling their delivery and collection to meet project demands.
• System Management: Accurately inputting all plant hire data into the system and maintaining a robust audit trail for every item.
• Supplier Relations: Acting as a key point of contact for our suppliers, monitoring their performance and escalating any service issues to the Procurement Manager.
• Inventory Control: Keeping plant trackers and hire sheets up-to-date and actively tracking the current location and status of all company tools.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Promptly investigating and resolving any inconsistencies between hire records and physical inventory.
• Plant Lifecycle Management: Recording all costs associated with repairs, losses, and damages, and completing all necessary reports and paperwork for missing or stolen items.
• Compliance & Audits: Ensuring all documentation and procedures are followed and performing regular audits of our plant inventory.
• System Development: Proactively contributing to the development and enhancement of our systems and processes to meet the changing needs of the plant hire team.
• Operational Support: Providing guidance and support to project managers on all plant-related queries and requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a plant-focused logistics or coordination role within the construction or plant hire industry.
• A deep understanding of different types of plant and machinery.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using plant management software (experience with COUPA is a plus) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with a strong commitment to health and safety.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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