Junior Plant Controller

Junior Plant Controller

Department

Plant and Equipment

Reports To

Plant Controller / Plant Manager

Job Purpose

The Junior Plant Controller assists in the effective coordination, monitoring, maintenance, and administration of the company's plant and equipment fleet. The role ensures that plant and equipment are available, safe, compliant, and efficiently allocated to meet operational requirements.

Key ResponsibilitiesPlant Administration

• Assist in maintaining accurate records of all plant and equipment.
• Capture and update equipment movements, utilization, and availability.
• Maintain plant files, inspection records, and service histories.
• Process plant-related documentation, including inspection checklists and service reports.

Equipment Allocation

• Assist in scheduling and allocating plant and equipment to projects.
• Monitor equipment availability and communicate with site personnel.
• Coordinate the delivery and collection of plant equipment.

Maintenance Coordination

• Schedule routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Report breakdowns and coordinate repairs with maintenance personnel.
• Follow up on outstanding repairs and maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment downtime and report recurring issues.

Compliance

• Ensure plant inspections are completed as required.
• Monitor licensing, registrations, and certification expiry dates.
• Ensure operators submit pre-use inspection checklists.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies and health and safety requirements.

Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly plant utilization reports.
• Record equipment downtime.
• Assist with plant performance reporting and data analysis.

Health, Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

• Promote safe work practices.
• Ensure defective equipment is reported and removed from service where necessary.

Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in plant control, fleet administration, logistics, or equipment management.
• Experience in the construction, mining, civil engineering, or plant hire industry is advantageous.

Knowledge

• Plant utilization and scheduling.
• Health and Safety requirements.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Skills

• Strong organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Administrative and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Computer literacy.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and dependable.
• Self-motivated.
• Team player.
• Honest and professional.
• Willing to learn.
• Safety-conscious.
• Flexible and adaptable.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Plant utilization rate.
• Equipment availability.
• Maintenance compliance.
• Accuracy of plant records.

Working Conditions

• Office-based with regular visits to construction sites and workshops.
• May be required to work overtime when operational demands require.
• Exposure to construction and industrial environments requiring the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Pay: Up to R9 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person