Equipment Manager
Harpenden (Office-Based) | Occasional Travel to London
Full-Time | Internal Operations
About the Role
We’re looking for a proactive and organised Equipment Manager to join our Internal Operations team in Harpenden.
This is a key role responsible for ensuring our survey equipment is always organised, maintained, and ready to support project delivery. You’ll play a vital part in keeping operations running smoothly by managing equipment logistics, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring everything is fit for purpose.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Equipment Manager, you will:
- Manage the survey equipment store, ensuring it is organised, efficient, and professional
- Prepare, allocate, and track equipment for survey teams
- Maintain and update the company equipment register
- Carry out regular cleaning, maintenance, repairs, and calibration checks
- Manage consumables, including stock control, ordering, and deliveries
- Source and coordinate hired equipment when required, negotiating best value
- Liaise with Operations and Project Managers to anticipate equipment needs
- Track costs and maintain records for reporting and budgeting
- Produce monthly reports covering usage, repairs, losses, and hire
- Ensure equipment usage protocols are followed and address issues where necessary
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
- Technically minded with the ability to understand and manage equipment
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities
- Good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel
- Proactive, reliable, and detail oriented
Desirable Background
- Experience in surveying, engineering, or a similar technical environment
- Previous experience managing a stores, logistics, or equipment function
- Hands-on experience with tools, equipment, or workshop environments
- Basic maintenance or DIY skills
- Full, clean driving licence
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative operations team
- Play a key role in the success of project delivery
- Opportunity to shape and improve processes
- Stable, long-term opportunity with structured handover