Assistant Plant & Transport Manager

Company: Kemp Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Southampton
Job Description:

Location: Southampton Salary: 34,000 – 36,000 Hours: Monday to Friday

The Role We are seeking an organised and proactive Assistant Plant & Transport Manager to support the day-to-day running of a busy construction fleet. This role will suit someone with experience in plant hire, transport, or fleet administration who can manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

You will support the management of a fleet of 300 vehicles, plant, and various tools, as well as coordinating hired-in equipment when required.

Assistant Plant & Transport ManagerKey Responsibilities:

  • Support daily plant and transport operations.
  • Manage fleet and plant records
  • Coordinate hired-in vehicles, plant, and equipment.
  • Liaise with suppliers, drivers, engineers, and site teams.
  • Complete general administration and reporting.
  • Maintain spreadsheets using Excel and manage communications via Outlook.
  • Assist with compliance, servicing schedules, and inspections.

Requirements needed from theAssistant Plant & Transport Manager:

  • Experience within plant, construction, transport, or fleet management.
  • Good understanding of plant and vehicle hire.
  • Strong administration and organisational skills.
  • Confident using Excel and Outlook.
  • Ability to work under pressure and think on your feet.

If you are interested in thisAssistant Plant & Transport Manager role, please call Jamie on (phone number removed) or apply to this advert directly….

Posted: July 29th, 2026