Plant Service Co-ordinator

Ivy Resource Group are working with a leading contractor to recruit a Plant Service Co-Ordinator for a permanent role based in Solihull, West Midlands. The company: Our client is a leading UK civil engineering and groundworks contractor, established in 1995 by father and son.

Headquartered in Solihull, the company has grown from a family-run business into a major national contractor, delivering projects across various regions of the UK.

The Role

Service Scheduling: Organise and coordinate routine servicing and maintenance of plant and machinery to ensure equipment remains operational. Maintenance Coordination: Arrange repairs, inspections and maintenance with mechanics, engineers and external service providers.

Plant Availability: Ensure machinery and equipment are available when required on construction sites to minimise downtime. Breakdown Management: Respond to plant breakdowns, organise engineers and arrange replacement machinery where necessary.

Communication: Liaise with site managers, plant managers, mechanics, suppliers and subcontractors regarding plant requirements. Compliance: Ensure plant and machinery meet relevant health and safety requirements and statutory inspection standards.

Reporting: Provide updates on plant condition, maintenance progress, outstanding repairs and equipment availability. The Ideal Candidate: Organised and methodical: Able to manage multiple servicing schedules, maintenance requests and deadlines simultaneously. Strong communication

skills

Confident liaising with site managers, plant operators, mechanics, engineers and external suppliers. Construction industry experience: Previous experience within construction, plant hire, groundworks or civil engineering would be advantageous.

Knowledge of plant and machinery: A good understanding of construction equipment, servicing requirements and maintenance procedures. Good IT

skills

Confident using Microsoft Excel, Outlook and internal maintenance or plant management systems. Problem-solving ability: Able to respond quickly to breakdowns, identify solutions and minimise equipment downtime. Ability to prioritise: Comfortable managing urgent repairs alongside planned servicing and routine maintenance.

Attention to detail: Accurate when updating maintenance records, service schedules, inspection reports and documentation. Commercial awareness: Understands the importance of controlling maintenance costs and avoiding unnecessary expenditure.

Team player: Works collaboratively with operational teams, engineers and management. Proactive approach: Identifies potential maintenance issues before they become major problems. Works well under pressure: Remains calm and effective in a fast-paced construction environment.

Salary and Package: £30,000 per annum Pension scheme (3.5% employer contribution, 4.5% employee contribution) 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, this increases by 1 day for the ...

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