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Full-time
professional certificate
Competitive salary
Posted 18d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Plant Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of all plant, fleet, tools, and equipment to ensure safety, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. They lead the Plant & Fleet team, manage supplier relationships, and drive asset utilisation to support operational delivery across all utility divisions.
Requirements
Candidates must have proven experience in a leadership role within the utilities, infrastructure, construction, or engineering sectors. A strong understanding of relevant legislation such as LOLER, PUWER, and DVSA requirements is essential, along with a full UK driving licence.
Full job description
Plant Manager
Location:(Site-based – Levenshulme, Manchester) Reports to: Head of Plant and Fleet Company: IES Utilities Group Ltd Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About IES Utilities
IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utilities provider delivering end-to-end infrastructure solutions across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables.
Purpose of the Role
The Plant Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of all plant, tools, and equipment across the business. The role ensures that assets are safe, compliant, cost-effective, and readily available to support operational delivery across all utility divisions.
The postholder will lead the Plant team, manage supplier and hire relationships, drive asset utilisation, oversee compliance requirements, and implement continuous improvements in plant management processes and systems.
This role is critical in maximising operational efficiency, reducing downtime, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting business growth through effective asset management.
Key Responsibilities
Plant Management
Lead the day-to-day operation of the Plant department.
Develop and implement plant management strategies aligned to business objectives.
Ensure all plant, tools, and equipment are available, maintained, and fit for purpose.
Manage plant allocation across projects to maximise utilisation and minimise unnecessary hire costs.
Oversee the acquisition, disposal, replacement, and lifecycle management of assets.
Maintain accurate asset registers and plant management records.
Compliance, Safety & Governance
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and industry standards, including LOLER, PUWER, lifting operations requirements, and manufacturer recommendations.
Implement robust inspection, servicing, maintenance, and certification programmes.
Ensure all plant assets maintain valid certification and are audit-ready at all times.
Support internal and external audits, investigations, and compliance reviews.
Promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture throughout the department.
Investigate plant-related incidents, failures, and non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
Maintenance & Operational Readiness
Oversee planned preventative maintenance programmes for all plant assets.
Monitor equipment performance, reliability, and downtime trends.
Develop strategies to reduce breakdowns and improve asset availability.
Ensure rapid response to plant failures to minimise operational disruption.
Manage workshop activity, repair schedules, and third-party maintenance providers.
Monitor asset condition and ensure replacement planning is effectively managed.
Plant Hire & Supplier Management
Manage relationships with plant hire companies, equipment suppliers, service providers, and manufacturers.
Negotiate contracts, rates, and service agreements to achieve best value.
Monitor supplier performance against agreed service levels.
Review external hire requirements and identify opportunities to increase owned asset utilisation.
Ensure all hired plant complies with legal and contractual requirements before deployment.
Financial & Cost Control
Manage departmental budgets, operational expenditure, and capital investment plans.
Monitor plant operating costs, utilisation rates, maintenance expenditure, and hire costs.
Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives across plant operations.
Produce business cases for plant and equipment investment opportunities.
Ensure strong financial controls and reporting mechanisms are in place.
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, develop, and motivate the Plant team, including administrators, coordinators, workshop personnel, and supervisors.
Set departmental objectives and performance targets.
Conduct regular performance reviews, coaching, and development activities.
Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ensure appropriate resource levels are maintained to support operational demand.
Data, Systems & Reporting
Oversee plant management systems, telematics, asset registers, and reporting platforms.
Develop and monitor key performance indicators relating to compliance, utilisation, downtime, and costs.
Provide regular management reports and operational insights.
Support digital transformation initiatives including asset tracking, telematics, barcode systems, and automated compliance monitoring.
Ensure all records remain accurate, current, and audit compliant.
Environmental & Sustainability Management
Support the company's environmental objectives through efficient plant management.
Promote sustainable practices, including reducing emissions, improving fuel efficiency, minimising waste, and ensuring responsible disposal of assets.
Identify opportunities to introduce greener technologies and alternative energy solutions.
Ensure environmental compliance across all plant activities.
Continuous Improvement
Drive operational excellence through process review and improvement initiatives.
Benchmark department performance against industry best practice.
Introduce innovative technologies and working methods to improve efficiency and service delivery.
Support business growth through scalable plant management solutions.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the department.
Key Skills & Experience
Proven experience in a Plant Manager, Depot Manager, Plant Operations Manager, Workshop Manager, or equivalent leadership role.
Strong understanding of plant, tools, and equipment used within utilities, infrastructure, construction, or engineering sectors.
Detailed knowledge of LOLER, PUWER, maintenance planning, inspection regimes, and asset compliance.
Experience managing plant management systems, telematics, and asset registers.
Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and supplier contracts.
Demonstrable experience leading and developing teams.
Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable Qualifications
Relevant plant, engineering, mechanical, operational management, or asset management qualification.
IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH Certificate.
Relevant engineering, mechanical, plant, or operational management qualification.
Membership of a relevant professional body.
Experience within the utilities sector.
Measures of Success
High levels of plant compliance across all assets.
Improved asset utilisation and reduction in external hire spend.
Reduced equipment downtime and operational disruption.
Successful delivery of maintenance, servicing, inspection, and certification programmes.
Achievement of departmental budget and cost-saving targets.
Positive audit outcomes and compliance performance.
Strong stakeholder satisfaction across operational teams.
Continued improvement in service delivery, efficiency, and operational readiness.
Development and retention of a high-performing Plant team.
Related keywords
Plant ManagerFleet ManagerUtilitiesInfrastructureConstructionEngineeringLOLERPUWERDVSAAsset registersTelematicsMaintenanceProcurementBudgetingComplianceHealth and safety
IES Utilities Group Ltd. Powering Progress with Integrated Gas, Electric, Telecom, Water, Future Networks and Net Zero.
Industry
Utilities
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
2020
Headquarters
Manchester, England
LinkedIn followers
6,106
Originally established in 2018, the business was rebranded in 2020 as IES Utilities Group Ltd. The Group’s expertise spans the full spectrum of utility services—covering; Power, Gas, Water, District Heat Networks, and Telecoms.
With an unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, IES are dedicated to reshaping the energy future through innovative, sustainable solutions.
IES employs over 550 skilled engineers, operatives and staff working as one team. We hold accreditation's for ISO 9,001, ISO 14,001, ISO 45,001, NERS, GIRS AND WIRS.
Find out more about IES Utilities Group Limited at www.iesutilities.co.uk
Offices: Sandfold House, Manchester, England M19 3BJ, GB
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