At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the service department, ensuring smooth operations and high standards.
- Company: Join a leading plant hire organisation known for innovation and strong values.
- Benefits: Autonomy, influence, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a people-first approach.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping a team and driving performance.
- Qualifications: Management experience, leadership skills, and plant equipment knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 32833 - 32833 £ per year.
Spencer Richardson are proud to be supporting a long‐established, industry‐leading plant hire organisation in their search for an exceptional Service Manager. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high‐impact leadership role within a business known for its innovation, strong values, and commitment to keeping the UK's infrastructure moving.
If you're a confident people leader with plant or construction equipment experience, and you thrive in a fast‐paced, hands‐on environment, this role offers the autonomy, influence, and progression you've been looking for.
Why this role stands outYou'll be joining a company where people genuinely come first. Their service department is the heartbeat of the operation, and you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the fleet stays safe, compliant, and performing at its best. This is your chance to shape a team, drive standards, and make a measurable impact every single day.
What you'll be doing- Running the service department - overseeing day‐to‐day operations and ensuring everything runs smoothly
- Managing equipment checks - including Red Pen Checks and compliance inspections
- Championing workshop safety - embedding safe working practices and high standards
- Overseeing repairs - ensuring maximum equipment availability
- Leading and developing the team - coaching, supporting, and driving performance
- Maintaining statutory training - ensuring all qualifications remain up to date
- Ensuring compliance across the workshop and yard
- Processing timesheets accurately and on time
- Delivering toolbox talks and regular team briefings
- Monitoring spend - analysing PO reports to identify savings and highlight overspend
- Supporting recruitment of workshop fitters when required
- Driving engagement and productivity across the department
- Proven management or supervisory experience
- Confident leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence
- Exceptional organisation and attention to detail
- Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast‐paced environment
- Strong communication skills and a people‐first approach
- Health & Safety awareness
- Good Excel skills
- NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent
- Plant hire, workshop, or construction equipment experience
For more information or a confidential chat, reach out to lb@spencer-richardson.com.
Service Manager in Hemel Hempstead employer: Spencer - Richardson
Join a forward-thinking plant hire organisation that prioritises its people and fosters a culture of innovation and excellence. As a Service Manager, you'll enjoy the autonomy to lead a dedicated team in a dynamic environment, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. This role not only allows you to make a tangible impact on the UK's infrastructure but also offers a supportive workplace where your contributions are valued and recognised.
