AddressHawthorne Plant and Logistics (HPL) is the complete asset project management solution for all civil construction projects. From bulk earth works to complex pipe laying, our collaborative and highly experienced team has the construction industry covered, providing end to end project management solutions.
We offer haulage and logistics, wet and dry hire of equipment and project supervisory capability.
To support our continued growth, we are looking for a competent Plant Operations Managerto help take our business forward to the next level.
This role will manage the day-to-day operational requirements for HPL including the coordination of yard control, wet and dry hire including operators, and oversee our fleet of trucks.
Your tasks will include the following:
- Ensure all requests for assets including wet and dry hire and trucks, are managed including allocation, operator deployment, sub-hiring, transport and fuel.
- Arrange all transport requests.
- Trace weekly and monthly asset inspection forms and provide reports.
- Record / Advise / Remove any faulty assets from service.
- Ensure plant records and safety information is saved and accessible for all projects.
- Ensure permits / licenses for assets are up to date.
- Provide weekly reports with locations and allocations to projects to track all assets and personnel.
- Alert Supervisors, project teams and Operations Manager of any issues that may affect production.
- Ensure equipment meets any site-specific safety / induction requirements.
- Manage and coordinate labour/personnel on a day-to-day basis.
- Ensure all requests for repairs are managed appropriately.
- Ensure all assets are maintained to Company or manufacturer standards.
- Ensure records maintenance, safety, and manuals are available for all projects.
- Arrange delivery and pick up of any faulty items or equipment.
- Ensure daily prestarts are received each day and ensure we get missing records.
To hit the ground running and be truly successful in this role, you will need:
- A detailed understanding of the various specifications for all earth moving plant and trucks (sizes, weights, attachments etc.)
- The ability to multitask and prioritise the business needs on a daily basis.
- A proven track record scheduling assets and resources with a successful outcome
- Detailed knowledge of relevant ISO quality systems
- Sound understanding of relevant legislation including EBA’s, Awards, policies, insurances, and Work Cover
- Have access to a network of subcontractors and suppliers.
- A Self-motivated and performance driven approach
- Established and maintained relationships with key suppliers.
- Asset systems experience desirable (e.g. Upvise, Assignar)
- Current Drivers License and construction card
- Intermediate computer skills and an understanding of Microsoft Office
If you love earth moving and you’re looking to join a fast-growing business with a dynamic and passionate team, get in touch with us today. Email: ***************@hawthornepl.au or call 0417 837 *** for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.
