Plant Manager

Leo Lynch Group; Naas; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leo Lynch is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the management, maintenance, tracking and deployment of construction plant, tools and equipment across projects in Naas, Co. Kildare.

You will ensure assets are safely maintained, available and cost-efficient, working with project teams, suppliers and service providers, and using Hilti ON!Track and other asset systems. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of plant management experience in construction, strong leadership, budgeting and safety expertise,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in plant management within the construction industry.
• Proven experience managing construction equipment and heavy machinery.
• Strong knowledge of equipment maintenance planning and asset lifecycle management.
• Experience using Hilti ON!Track asset management software.
• Good understanding of construction health and safety regulations.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Valid driver's licence (REQUIRED).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company's fleet of construction plant, machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Oversee the allocation, mobilization, and demobilization of plant and equipment to project sites.
• Maintain accurate asset records using Hilti ON!Track.
• Monitor equipment utilization and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Schedule preventative maintenance, servicing, inspections, and repairs.
• Ensure all plant complies with health, safety, and statutory inspection requirements.
• Coordinate equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs to minimize project downtime.
• Manage equipment procurement, disposal, and replacement planning.
• Conduct regular plant audits and inventory checks.
• Monitor fuel usage, operating costs, maintenance expenses, and plant performance.
• Investigate missing, damaged, or underutilized assets and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with project managers, site managers, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure equipment availability.
• Manage external suppliers, service providers, and equipment rental companies.
• Prepare monthly reports on plant utilization, maintenance, costs, and asset performance.
• Develop and implement procedures for effective plant management and asset control.
• Supervise plant yard personnel, mechanics, and equipment coordinators where applicable.

Skills

Asset management

Leadership

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Inventory management

Asset lifecycle management

Prioritization

Tools

Hilti ON!Track

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: On site / Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Construction & Built Environment | Construction Operations
Salary: Competitive salary

About Us:

Since the 1950s, Leo Lynch has been providing the pharmaceutical, semiconductor, industrial, food, commercial and retail industries with professional project management and high-calibre craftsmanship.

At Leo Lynch, we build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies that connect people, communities and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Leo Lynch employs the best people, invests heavily in training and education, and ensures that the highest standards of health, safety and governance are applied throughout the organisation.

About the role:

The Plant Manager is responsible for the effective management, maintenance, tracking, and deployment of the company’s construction plant, tools, and equipment. The role ensures that all assets are safely maintained, efficiently utilized, and readily available to support project delivery. Working closely with project teams, suppliers, and service providers, the Plant Manager oversees asset control, preventative maintenance, procurement, and compliance while driving cost efficiency and operational performance through effective use of Hilti ON! Track and other asset management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the company's fleet of construction plant, machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Oversee the allocation, mobilization, and demobilization of plant and equipment to project sites.
• Maintain accurate asset records using Hilti ON!Track.
• Monitor equipment utilization and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Schedule preventative maintenance, servicing, inspections, and repairs.
• Ensure all plant complies with health, safety, and statutory inspection requirements.
• Coordinate equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs to minimize project downtime.
• Manage equipment procurement, disposal, and replacement planning.
• Conduct regular plant audits and inventory checks.
• Monitor fuel usage, operating costs, maintenance expenses, and plant performance.
• Investigate missing, damaged, or underutilized assets and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with project managers, site managers, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure equipment availability.
• Manage external suppliers, service providers, and equipment rental companies.
• Prepare monthly reports on plant utilization, maintenance, costs, and asset performance.
• Develop and implement procedures for effective plant management and asset control.
• Supervise plant yard personnel, mechanics, and equipment coordinators where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in plant management within the construction industry.
• Proven experience managing construction equipment and heavy machinery.
• Strong knowledge of equipment maintenance planning and asset lifecycle management.
• Experience using Hilti ON!Track asset management software.
• Good understanding of construction health and safety regulations.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and reporting systems.
• Valid driver's licence (REQUIRED
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• Microsoft Excel & Word competency
• Asset tracking and inventory management expertise.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Budget and cost control experience.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced construction environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Maintenance compliance.
• Asset loss and theft reduction.Maintenance cost control.
• Inventory accuracy.
• Hilti ON!Track data accuracy and compliance.
• Health and safety compliance.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Hilti ON!Track implementation and administration.
• Experience managing fleets of heavy construction equipment and small tools.
• Knowledge of fleet management systems, GPS tracking, and telematics.
• Experience working on commercial and construction projects.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.