Plant Coordinator

Role overview

JJ Rhatigan & Company, a major building contractor with projects across Ireland and the UK, is hiring a Plant Coordinator in Galway. This position offers the chance to join a respected main contractor and contribute to major multi-million-euro projects alongside experienced colleagues.

The role is focused on helping the Plant Department manage the coordination, monitoring, and administration of plant, equipment, fleet, and site service resources across multiple projects. The goal is to make sure equipment is supplied, used, and maintained in a way that supports project delivery.

Department and operational support

• Support the Plant Department with daily activities, including arranging internal and external plant hire and purchases.
• Help prepare reports, plant schedules, and tracking records.
• Keep plant movement, hire, and return records accurate and up to date.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of department processes and systems.

Site logistics and project support

• Organise the delivery and collection of plant, equipment, and site accommodation.
• Assist with moving plant on and off projects during mobilisation and demobilisation.
• Work with site teams to understand plant needs and respond to requests.
• Monitor plant on site so availability is maintained and delays are reduced.

Plant and equipment coordination

• Maintain records for both company-owned and hired plant.
• Assist in reviewing plant usage and identifying areas of waste or inefficiency.
• Arrange routine maintenance, servicing, and repairs with suppliers.
• Track equipment breakdowns and help ensure issues are resolved quickly with minimal impact.
• Support the Plant Manager with information for cost analysis, including hire versus purchase and repair versus replacement decisions.

Supplier and subcontractor support

• Contact plant hire firms and service providers to obtain quotations and check availability.
• Help compare supplier pricing and rates.
• Maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
• Assist in monitoring supplier and subcontractor performance.

Fleet, transport, and administration

• Support the administration of company vehicles, telehandlers, generators, and related equipment.
• Coordinate transport and logistics for moving plant between sites.
• Help manage fuel cards, toll tags, and fleet documentation.
• Keep insurance, servicing, and compliance records organised and current.
• Assist in ensuring plant and fleet comply with applicable regulations, including RSA requirements.

Skills and approach

• Well-developed organisational and coordination abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to prioritise work and adapt to changing site demands.
• Clear communication skills when dealing with site teams and suppliers.
• Basic knowledge of plant and equipment, or a willingness to build it quickly.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in controlling costs.
• Competence with Microsoft Office; experience using plant or asset systems is beneficial.
• Proactive, flexible, and comfortable working in a busy construction setting.

Requirements

• Experience in a similar position is preferred.
• Proven ability to work effectively with teams from different disciplines.

What the employer offers

• Competitive pay and attractive employment terms for the right candidate.
• A strong benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on demanding and interesting projects.

Additional information

This opportunity is suited to someone who wants to develop their career with a well-regarded company and contribute to high-profile construction work.