At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage plant machinery parts and ensure equipment is operational in a busy workshop.
- Company: Join a growing business in the construction plant and engineering sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic workshop environment with a focus on teamwork and efficiency.
- Why this job: Play a key role in supporting engineers and minimising downtime.
- Qualifications: Experience in plant parts, stock control, and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000
The Opportunity
NEOS Engineering are working with a well-established and growing business within the construction plant, plant hire, and engineering sector who are looking to appoint an experienced Construction Plant Parts & Stores Co-Ordinator to join their busy workshop operation based in Kesgrave, Ipswich. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in plant parts, workshop stores, construction equipment, fleet maintenance, or engineering environments who wants to play a key role supporting engineers, mechanics, and operational teams.
Working within a busy workshop environment, you will be responsible for managing plant machinery parts, stock control, supplier relationships, PPE, and consumables to ensure equipment remains operational and downtime is kept to a minimum.
The Role
As the Construction Plant Parts & Stores Co-Ordinator, you will manage the day-to-day stores function, ensuring the correct parts and equipment are available when required.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing construction plant machinery parts and workshop consumables
- Stock control, purchasing, and inventory management
- Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers
- Supporting plant engineers and workshop teams
- Managing PPE and workwear requirements
- Maintaining accurate records and stock systems
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who understands the demands of a busy plant or engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage stock levels of plant machinery parts, components, and engineering supplies
- Source and order parts for heavy plant equipment and machinery
- Build relationships with suppliers to ensure availability and best value
- Identify parts requirements from engineers and maintenance teams
- Receive deliveries, check goods, and update stock records
- Maintain an organised and efficient stores area
- Complete stock checks and inventory audits
- Coordinate urgent parts requirements to minimise machine downtime
- Monitor stock usage and improve stores processes
- Manage PPE and workwear stock, issuing equipment and maintaining records
- Ensure PPE compliance and availability for employees and new starters
About You
We are looking for an organised and proactive individual with experience in construction plant, engineering stores, parts, or workshop environments.
You may currently be working as:
- Construction Plant Parts Advisor
- Plant Hire Stores Co-Ordinator
- Plant Parts Controller
- Workshop Controller
- Engineering Stores Person
- Parts Administrator
- Service Co-Ordinator
- Plant Fitter with strong parts knowledge
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience within plant parts, engineering stores, workshop stores, or stock control
- Knowledge of construction plant machinery or heavy equipment parts
- Experience ordering parts and dealing with suppliers
- Strong organisational and administration skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise workloads in a busy environment
- Good communication skills
- Competent using Microsoft Excel and stock control systems
- Comfortable working within an active workshop environment
Desirable Experience
- Background within plant hire, construction equipment, or fleet maintenance
- Knowledge of manufacturers such as JCB, Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, or similar
- Experience supporting engineers, mechanics, or maintenance teams
If you have experience within construction plant parts, workshop stores, or engineering support and are looking for a varied role within a growing business, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
Construction Plant Parts & Stores Co-Ordinator in Ipswich employer: Neos Recruitment Limited
NEOS Engineering is an exceptional employer located in Ipswich, offering a dynamic work environment where employees can thrive in the construction plant and engineering sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, NEOS provides opportunities for professional development and fosters a collaborative culture that values teamwork and innovation. The company also prioritises employee well-being by ensuring a supportive atmosphere and maintaining efficient operations to minimise downtime, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
