Plant Manager

Plant Manager – Major Renewable Infrastructure Project
Near Inverness, Scotland
Competitive Salary + Accommodation/Travel Support + Package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Plant Manager to join a leading international engineering and infrastructure contractor delivering a major renewable energy and civil engineering project in the Scottish Highlands.

This nationally significant infrastructure scheme forms part of a long-term UK energy investment programme supporting the resilience of the UK electricity network and includes large-scale civil engineering, tunnelling, infrastructure, and associated construction works.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the management of plant, fleet, facilities, accommodation, compounds, and project logistics across a major live construction environment.

This is a key operational role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of a large infrastructure project involving extensive plant operations, workforce accommodation, vehicle management, and site logistics.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage plant hire, procurement, and supplier agreements across the project
• Ensure plant and equipment are hired under suitable commercial and operational conditions
• Oversee project offices, accommodation facilities, compounds, batching/crushing plant areas, parking, and associated infrastructure
• Support the leasing and management of land and property required for project delivery
• Manage vehicle and bus fleet operations, ensuring legal compliance and maintenance standards are met
• Liaise with landlords, land agents, solicitors, suppliers, and the wider project team
• Ensure all plant, fleet, and facilities remain compliant, operational, and fit for purpose
• Support efficient project logistics and operational planning across the site
• Promote safe working practices and ensure operational standards are maintained throughout the project

Project Scope Includes:
• Renewable energy infrastructure
• Major civil engineering works
• Tunnelling and infrastructure delivery
• Temporary compounds and workforce accommodation
• Plant and fleet operations
• Long-term infrastructure and engineering programme

Candidate Requirements:
• Previous experience working as a Plant Manager, Fleet Manager, Facilities Manager, or similar role within construction, infrastructure, or major projects
• Strong understanding of plant hire arrangements, fleet management, and supplier coordination
• Experience managing project compounds, offices, accommodation facilities, or logistics operations
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Good understanding of vehicle leasing and plant hire conditions
• Knowledge of Scottish land/property leasing arrangements would be advantageous
• Organised, practical, and capable of working within a fast-paced construction environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

The project is based near Inverness, Scotland. Accommodation and travel support can be provided for candidates relocating or travelling to site.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major infrastructure project offering long-term project security, career progression, and involvement in one of the UK’s most significant renewable energy developments.