Plant Delivery Driver – HGV Class 1 (Beavertail)
Metcalfe Plant Hire Limited was established in 1971 in Cumbria and has grown to become one of the North of England’s largest construction plant hire businesses. Based in Penrith Cumbria, the company offers all construction industry plant, equipment and machinery hire, and compliments this with a construction & civil engineering business in its main-stream business […]
Why CPCS is the Gold Standard in Plant Training

Why CPCS is the Gold Standard in Plant Training When it comes to plant machinery training and certification, the choices can be overwhelming. As a leading provider of construction plant hire and training in Cumbria, Metcalfe Plant Hire understands the importance of selecting the right accreditation for your team. One of the most common questions […]
Class 2 HGV – Road Sweeper Driver
We now have an opportunity for a Class 2 HGV Road Sweeper Driver who will be based at our Main Yard in Penrith, Cumbria. Experienced Drivers preferred, but not necessary Benefits: Responsibilities: Job Requirements Salary: CompetitiveLocation: CA11 Penrith, Cumbria If this opportunity is of interest, please contact Chris Scott on 01768 868686 for an initial […]
Paul Morrison joins as New Plant Hire Manager

Metcalfe Plant Hire is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Morrison as its new Plant Hire Manager. Paul brings with him a wealth of experience from his 18 years in the plant hire industry, where he has gained a strong track record in business development, operational management, and equipment rental. Having previously worked for […]
HGV Class 1 Driver / HIAB Operator
Metcalfe Plant Hire Limited was established in 1971 in Cumbria and has grown to become one of the North of England’s largest construction plant hire businesses. Based in Penrith Cumbria, the company offers all construction industry plant, equipment and machinery hire, and compliments this with a construction & civil engineering business in its main-stream business […]
Groundworks & Civil Engineering Working Foreman
Due to continued expansion within our Contracting Department, we are seeking to recruit an additional Groundworks and Civil Engineering Working Foreman to undertake all aspects of site work and the coordination of groundwork teams as well as enabling cost-effective targets to be met. The main duties will include: Setting up and co-ordinating the works Checking […]
Class 2 HGV – Grab Lorry Driver
An opportunity has arisen for a Class 2 HGV Grab Lorry Driver who will be based at our Main Yard in Penrith, Cumbria. ____________________________________________________________ Experience: The individual must be reliable, self-motivated and flexible Position is to start immediately Responsibilities: Ability to Operate the Grab Lorry in a safe and efficient way following all company policies […]
Metcalfe Civil Engineering Expands with Relocation to New Office

Metcalfe Civil Engineering department is pleased to announce its relocation to a new office at 40 Business Park, Gillan Way in Penrith. The move comes as a result of the department’s rapid expansion and increasing workloads, necessitating a larger and more spacious workspace. The decision to move the Civil Engineering team from their former base […]
Excavator Operators
Due to continued expansion within our Contracting Department, we are seeking to recruit Excavator Operators for an immediate start to carry out works within Cumbria. The successful candidates would be working within one of our civils gangs and have previous experience with operating excavators above and below 10 tons. Licence/Certification• UK driving licence.• CSCS card• […]
Civil Engineering Groundworkers
Due to continued expansion within our Contracting Department, we are seeking to recruit a number of additional Civil Engineering Groundworkers to join the existing team here at Metcalfe Plant Hire Ltd. Duties will be varied, including all aspects of civil engineering and groundworks, and applicants should have previous experience and be the holders of appropriate […]