Plant Director in Leatherhead, South East
Uk working eligibility only.
Plant Director - Plant Hire | South East| £100k package + £15k bonus | Company Car + Private Healthcare
Shape the future of a growing plant hire business. Lead operations with full autonomy in a newly created role with a modern fleet.
About Us
This is a standout opportunity to join a well-established, highly respected name in the plant hire industry. With a reputation for excellence, a low staff turnover, and a significant investment in fleet modernisation, this company is poised for expansion. As Plant Director - Plant Hire, you'll play a pivotal role in leading this growth and will be trusted with full operational autonomy from day one.
Key Benefits
- £75,000 - £100,000 total package
- £15,000 annual bonus
- Company car (with fuel allowance)
- Private healthcare
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Laptop + mobile phone
- Long-term career progression and leadership opportunity
- Full autonomy in your role as Plant Director - Plant Hire
About the Role
As Plant Director - Plant Hire, you will take full ownership of a major depot in the Plant Director area. You'll work closely with the company Director to execute strategic business plans, drive operational efficiency, and lead a committed team. This role combines day-to-day operational leadership with high-level planning and decision-making. A typical day may involve reviewing financial performance, assessing asset utilisation, managing procurement of new plant, motivating staff, and meeting key clients.
In your role as Plant Director - Plant Hire, you'll be empowered to make decisions that truly shape the performance and success of the region.
About You
To succeed as Plant Director - Plant Hire, you'll have a proven background in plant hire or construction equipment operations. You're commercially sharp, financially astute, and a confident leader. You'll be equally comfortable in the yard, the depot, or the boardroom, with a passion for delivering high standards and building a thriving team. Key experience should include:
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Operational management within plant hire or construction equipment hire
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Strong leadership and people management skills
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Budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning expertise
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Procurement and supplier negotiation knowledge
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Understanding of fleet lifecycle, equipment values, and investment appraisals
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A hands-on, visible leadership style
To be successful in this role, you may have worked as a:
Depot Manager, Plant Hire Manager, General Manager, Regional Operations Manager, Hire Operations Manager, Construction Equipment Manager, Branch Manager, Area Manager, Service Centre Manager, or Plant Manager.
Next Steps
If you're ready to take ownership and lead from the front, this Plant Director - Plant Hire role could be the perfect next step in your career.
Apply today to join a respected plant hire business with real growth plans.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.
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