Plant Manager - Galway

Site & Project Management
Ref: 8586 Date Posted: Monday 09 Nov 2026

INFORM3 RECRUITMENT
Plant Manager
Job Location: Galway
Sector: Civils

INFORM3 are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join an established civil engineering and construction contractor, based in Galway.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Plant Manager to take responsibility for the overall management, coordination and maintenance of the company's plant and machinery fleet, ensuring equipment is maintained to the highest standards and efficiently allocated across multiple live projects.

Plant Manager Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the day-to-day management of the company's plant and machinery fleet.
  • Coordinate plant allocation, mobilisation and demobilisation across various sites.
  • Manage servicing, inspections, repairs and preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Ensure all plant and equipment meets relevant health and safety and compliance requirements.
  • Liaise with site management teams to identify plant requirements and operational needs.
  • Manage plant records, maintenance documentation and equipment registers.
  • Coordinate external plant hire, suppliers, service providers and contractors.
  • Monitor plant utilisation, operating costs and maintenance expenditure.
  • Identify opportunities to improve fleet efficiency, reliability and cost control.

 

Plant Manager Specification:

  • Previous experience in a Plant Manager, Plant Coordinator or similar role.
  • 5 - 10 years experience managing plant and machinery within the construction or civil engineering sector.
  • Strong knowledge of plant maintenance, servicing and compliance requirements.
  • Experience coordinating plant across multiple construction sites.
  • Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage suppliers, contractors and internal site teams.

The successful candidates will receive an excellent package and genuine career progression.

For any more information on the role, please don’t hesitate to contact Michelle Keeley on email michelle@inform3.com or phone 015 314 886.

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