Required Skills Plant Coordinator Equipment Procurement Plant Procurement Supplier Management ERP System Knowledge Construction Civil Engineering Job Summary Our Client, a leading contractor in the Water industry, is seeking a skilled Plant Coordinator to join their team in Walsall. The Plant Coordinator will be providing the business with a professional plant and equipment provision service, working with and supporting the construction sites and regional support teams in the efficient and timely ordering of plant and construction equipment. Ensuring that the correct paperwork is transmitted on time per contract programmes, cost plans, and resource schedules, and achieving maximum cost efficiency for the delivery team. This will involve communicating across the business as well as with external suppliers, trade bodies, and professional construction industry entities Experience - Strong numerical, organisational and analytical skills. - Negotiation, influencing and presentation capability. - IT literate with the ability to effectively use the Microsoft Office suite of packages. - Previous plant control/hire desk experience or working in a plant hire environment preferred. - Knowledge and understanding of construction/civil engineering would be desirable but not essential. Job Responsibilities Communicate with project teams for plant and equipment requirements following the procurement schedule and contract programme. Procurement of external plant in line with agreed supplier arrangements, negotiating rates with external suppliers where applicable. Raise hire orders using the ERP system, liaise with site teams and advise on delivery timing. Ensure that all hired plant and equipment meet relevant health and safety regulations and company standards before being dispatched to the site. Verify that suppliers provide the necessary safety documentation, including inspection certificates, LOLER and PUWER compliance, and operator manuals where applicable.