Plant Administrator

**Location: Orsett**
**Hours and Days: 5 days a week in the office Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm**.

**Responsibilities**:

- Plant Management: Oversee the day-to-day plant administration, including coordinating equipment, machinery, and tools required for construction projects.
- Inventory Control: Maintain accurate records of plant assets, equipment, and stock levels. Conduct regular audits to ensure all plant-related documentation is up-to-date.
- Procurement: Assist in sourcing and procuring plant equipment, parts, and supplies as needed. Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely deliveries and cost-effective solutions.
- Documentation: Prepare and maintain documentation related to plant usage, maintenance logs, inspection reports, and repair history.
- Maintenance Support: Collaborate with the maintenance team to schedule and track equipment maintenance, servicing, and repairs.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure that all plant operations and equipment meet health and safety regulations. Monitor and implement safety guidelines to minimise accidents and incidents.
- Cost Control: Work closely with the finance department to track plant-related expenses and ensure adherence to budgets.
- Reporting: Generate regular reports on plant utilisation, maintenance costs, and other relevant metrics for management review.
- Training: Provide plant-related training to employees, ensuring safe and efficient operation and handling of equipment.
- Communication: Liaise with project managers, site personnel, and external stakeholders to coordinate plant requirements and address any issues that may arise.

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience as a Plant Administrator, preferably within the construction or civil engineering industry.
- Strong knowledge of plant equipment, machinery, and tools commonly used in construction projects.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with keen attention to detail.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations and a commitment to promoting a safe working environment.
- Proficient in using computer software for record-keeping, data analysis, and reporting.
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate with various teams and stakeholders.
- Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and priorities in a dynamic construction environment.

We offer a competitive salary package, opportunities for career growth, and a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to our thriving construction company, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you would be an excellent fit for the Plant Administrator position at Joseph Gallagher Limited in Orsett.

**Company Background**
The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.

**LIFE Culture**
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

**Disability Confident Committed**
We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

**Reasonable Adjustments