Plant and Vehicle Maintenance Manager

Plant and Vehicle Maintenance Manager Benefits: Competitive salary Monday to Friday - no weekends 33 days holiday, increasing to 35 and capped at 40 (inclusive of Bank Holidays) plus Birthday holiday Pension Uniform provided Free parking Free tea & coffee Free breakfast Are you an experienced Fleet or Plant Manager with a passion for keeping essential services moving? We're working on behalf of a well-established public services provider delivering high-quality grounds maintenance and waste management across Kent. With a mixed fleet of over 1,500 assets-from tractors and trailers to ride-on mowers and hand tools- we are resourcing for a Vehicle and Equipment Manager to join their team and take ownership of all maintenance operations. The Role: This is a key operational position ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient upkeep of a diverse fleet and plant machinery critical to delivering frontline services. You'll be hands-on across multiple sites, supported by a Workshop Fitter and liaising daily with Contract Managers and an Operations team. Develop and manage a proactive maintenance and replacement schedule for all vehicles and equipment Oversee inspections, routine servicing, and MOT preparation Ensure compliance with health & safety and vehicle/plant regulations (including LOLER) Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and supervise workshop activity Line manage fitters and apprentices, allocating daily workloads Monitor and manage parts inventory, procurement, and supplier relationships Maintain accurate service records and documentation for audits and invoicing Support waste container repairs and disposal logistics Advise on new asset procurement and coordinate asset lifecycle plans Attend auctions to manage asset disposals About you: Proven experience managing a fleet and/or plant in a local authority, highways, or grounds maintenance environment Strong mechanical knowledge of plant, vehicles, trailers, and small engines Demonstrable understanding of safety compliance (H&S, LOLER, PUWER) Good leadership and organisational skills - capable of managing a small team Full UK driving licence (essential) New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Committed to diversity, equality and opportunity for all. Twitter: @nagforjobs ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Shadoxhurst, GB

Posted Date: 5/11/2025