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Crh

National Hire & Spares Manager

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Crh
A global leader in building materials, providing essential products for construction projects.
Lead the management of a national hire fleet and oversee spare parts sales for a water management company, based in the UK.
17d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Portland Port, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
84,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Management
Construction Management
Design‑Build
Pre‑construction Services
Scheduling and Quality Management
Cost Consulting
Safety Management
Project Bonding
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
fleet management
iso compliance
financial tracking
emergency cover
sales quotations
strategic investment
  • Collaborate with Operations to promote innovative solutions for client hire and spares needs.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and Health & Safety standards, working with the Compliance Manager to uphold ISO certifications (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO50001, ISO45001).
  • Oversee and manage the national hire fleet, coordinating with Area Managers, Operations Leads, and Sales to support growth.
  • Deliver financial objectives across equipment hire and spare parts.
  • Track financial performance of hire and spares projects, integrating lessons learned into future bids.
  • Participate in emergency cover rotation. Requires being on call for a week at a time including over a weekend or bank holiday every few months.
  • Prepare, cost, and submit quotations for hire and spares, independently or in collaboration with relevant teams.
  • Drive order generation to meet budget targets, collaborating with Finance to monitor and forecast income.
  • Assist with planning for strategic investment in the hire fleet to enable future expansion.
  • Maintain accurate sales records and produce regular forecasts for effective planning.
  • Stay informed on product benefits and competitive advantages.
  • Foster strong relationships with all stakeholder groups.
  • Ensure service excellence for both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Build strong client relationships through proactive account management and responsive support.
  • Lead regular team reviews to promote continuous improvement and positive feedback culture.
  • Facilitate smooth handovers to Operations and Business Support for all confirmed orders.
  • Translate company and market strategies into actionable sales tactics for hire products, spares, and services.
What you bring
project management
construction methods
engineering degree
proposal management
physical stamina
technical knowledge
  • Commercially aware with solid understanding of project risks and delivery.
  • Familiar with Health & Safety, CDM, NEC3/4, and construction methods.
  • Degree/HND in Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Skilled in managing proposals, bids, and client requirements for hire and spares.
  • Effective leadership and team matrix management.
  • Able to carry out work tasks that involve physical strength, stamina, standing, kneeling, or crouching.
  • Current valid driving license.
  • DSE Eye Tests
  • Strong technical knowledge of gravity/pumped inlet screening solutions.
  • Proficient in project planning and Microsoft systems.
  • Proven leadership in engineering, manufacturing, or production environments.
  • Self-motivated with strong prioritisation and organisational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Extensive nationwide experience in equipment hire, ideally in water/wastewater sectors.
  • Detail-oriented with strong business acumen and KPI management.
Benefits
  • Some traveling which may require overnight stays.
  • Competitive Salaries
  • Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization
  • Comprehensive secondary benefits
  • Minimum of 23 days holiday per annum + Bank Holidays
  • Annual Discretionary bonus
  • Significant contribution to your pension plan
  • Highly competitive salary package
  • Flu Vaccines
  • Mental Health First Aiders & Support programmes
  • 2 x Annual salary Life Cover
Training + Development
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Security clearance
  • companies may perform background checks in accordance with legal requirements and company policies.
Company
Overview
Founded in 1970
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1970 and has since grown to become a global leader.
29 countries
Global presence
The company operates across 29 countries, serving diverse markets worldwide.
Tens of billions
Annual revenue
The company reports revenues in the tens of billions annually, supporting its large-scale operations.
  • Specializes in aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, and other construction materials.
  • CRH’s history includes significant acquisitions that expanded its global presence and reach.
  • Key projects span residential, commercial, and infrastructural developments, contributing to landmark buildings worldwide.
  • Known for its leadership in infrastructure, CRH provides essential products for roads, bridges, and urban developments.
  • The company’s diverse product range supports the construction of both public and private sector projects.
Culture + Values
  • People are our Priority
  • Character is our Strength
  • Performance is our Commitment
  • Innovation is our way Forward
Environment + Sustainability
30% CO₂e reduction by 2030
Carbon Emission Target
The company aims to reduce its group-wide CO₂e emissions across all scopes by 30% from a 2021 baseline by 2030.
0.8 kg CO₂e intensity
Carbon Efficiency
The company achieved a CO₂e intensity of 0.8 kg per US$ revenue in 2024, marking an improvement from 0.9 kg in 2023.
98% waste management plans
Operational Sustainability
98% of the company's operating units have implemented waste management plans as of 2024.
49% sustainable product revenue
Green Product Performance
Products with enhanced sustainability attributes contributed 49% of total product revenues in 2024, nearing the 2025 target of 50%.
  • Science-Based Targets validated for Scope 1 & 2 (33.5% per tonne cementitious; 42% other activities) and Scope 3 (23.5% clinker & cement)
  • 2024 Scope 1 & 2 CO₂e emissions fell 4% (31.0 Mt → 29.7 Mt)
  • Cement-specific net CO₂e per tonne of cementitious product: 537 kg (2023: 562 kg); adjusted 2024: 530 kg (–32% vs 1990)
  • Recycled 44.7 million tonnes of wastes/by-products in 2024 (2023: 43.9 Mt)
  • 25% of electricity consumed came from renewable sources in 2024
  • Invested via CRH Ventures/Innovation Fund in low-carbon water tech (FIDO AI), electrochemical cement (Sublime Systems), electric off-road vehicles (Caterpillar partnership)
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Inclusion & Diversity vision: build an organisation where inclusion is a core leadership value, talented people of all backgrounds are welcome and differences are embraced
  • Inclusion: aim for full participation and optimum performance by empowering differences; employees feel safe, trusted and respected
  • Diversity: defined as all the ways we are similar and different across backgrounds and characteristics including age, disability, ethnicity, race, gender, religion and sexual orientation
  • Inclusion first to attract diverse talent and ensure diverse voices are heard
  • Goal: everyone has a fair and equal opportunity to develop and progress in an environment where they can be themselves and perform at their best
  • Working environment supports people in being themselves and performing at their best
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