Plant & Fleet Manager for Safe, Efficient Projects

Civil Engineering Company; Sallins; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

On-site parking

Job summary

Donnelly Civil Engineering Ltd (DCEL) in Ireland is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee the fleet, ensure availability for projects and drive safe, efficient operation across the Water, Transport, Energy, Infrastructure and Marine sectors.

You will manage deployment, maintenance, budgets, procurement, and lead a team of operators and technicians, while ensuring compliance with local safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy construction machinery and fleet management.
• Knowledge of diagnostic processes and machinery capabilities.
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in asset management, budgeting, and procurement/contracts.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Oversight: Manage deployment, use, and movement of all heavy machinery and vehicles.
• Maintenance & Repairs: Schedule servicing, inspections, and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
• Budget & Procurement: Create budgets, track expenses, and negotiate equipment hire or purchase contracts.
• Health and Safety: Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and site policies.
• Logistics & Transport: Coordinate delivery, setup, and removal of plant assets between sites.
• Team Leadership: Supervise plant operators, mechanics, and admin staff, including training.

Skills

Heavy machinery operations

Fleet logistics

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Administrative skills

Education

Leaving Certificate

Tools

Asset management software

Job description

Donnelly Civil Engineering Ltd (DCEL) in Ireland is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee the fleet, ensure availability for projects and drive safe, efficient operation across the Water, Transport, Energy, Infrastructure and Marine sectors.

You will manage deployment, maintenance, budgets, procurement, and lead a team of operators and technicians, while ensuring compliance with local safety and environmental standards.