Machinery + Equipment Manager – Dunboyne, Co. Meath

We are currently looking for an experienced Machinery + Equipment Manager to monitor and manage all mobile equipment across the group. The position is based at our Head Office in Piercetown, Dunboyne, Co. Meath.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Monitor and manage all mobile equipment within the fleet including Mobile Crushers + Screeners, Wheel-loaders, Excavators, Dozers, Dumpers, Forklifts, MEWPS and Cranes.
Monitor the performances of the machines in each location.
Analyse all the telematic information regarding machines and their operators (Caretrak, Komtrak, Finntrack, etc.)
Work with Operations and local management to improve efficiencies of all equipment.
Ensure that parts are held centrally and not locally.
Manage all our maintenance contracts.
Assist in specifying new machinery.
Assist in the procurement of new machinery.
Assist in the disposal of used machinery.
Help reduce diesel consumption and assist the company on its sustainability journey.
Responsible for monitoring all consumables and wear parts for all machinery.
Conduct studies for best value products and supports.
Manage lead times of machinery that needs to be changed in line with maintenance contracts.
Monitor and manage all road surfacing equipment including Pavers, Rollers, JCB’s, Chippers.
Manage all the plant and equipment relating to trucks including Cranes, Mixers Cement Tankers and Trailers.
Future development opportunity in the area of the procurement of trucks and commercial vehicles.
Comply with company health & safety policies, procedures, systems and rules including the reporting of all hazards and incidents. Ensure that you and your team always work safely.

Qualifications & Experience

A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a similar role in a manufacturing/construction environment.
3^rd level qualification in related discipline is desirable.

Skills & Abilities

Excellent knowledge of construction industry machinery and equipment.
Ability to build and develop strong supplier relationships.
Exceptional IT skills – essential MS Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Ability to influence, build consensus and look for collaboration with people from different departments and all levels.
Proven contract negotiation skills.
Proven ability to engage with onsite Location Managers to manage new initiatives and influence change.
Ability to drive continuous improvement.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
Full, clean Driver’s License.