Hire Desk Manager
6 days ago
Morden
Hire Desk Manager • Annual Salary:Competitive, • Location: Morden Day-to-day of the role: • Oversee the full plant hire process: Ensure equipment such as excavators, dumpers, and rollers are scheduled, delivered, collected, and returned efficiently., • Manage customer enquiries & contracts: Handle enquiries via phone, email, and face-to-face, provide quotations, set up hire contracts, and offer accurate information on availability, pricing, delivery times, and terms., • Lead and support hire desk staff: Supervise and develop Hire Controllers, ensuring the team meets performance targets and delivers excellent customer service., • Coordinate equipment logistics: Liaise with transport teams and workshops to arrange deliveries, collections, servicing, and readiness of equipment., • Ensure accurate documentation & system management: Oversee the accuracy of hire paperwork, purchase orders, stock transfers, and asset records., • Drive commercial performance: Aim to maximise revenue, reduce complaints, improve efficiencies, and meet key performance indicators., • Monitoring daily hire reports and fleet availability., • Upselling consumables or additional equipment., • Supporting compliance with health & safety processes., • Working with other depots to optimise fleet utilisation., • Proven experience in the plant rental industry or a similar managerial role., • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills., • Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain organised in a fast-paced environment., • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle disputes and emergencies., • Competitive salary package., • Opportunities for professional growth and development., • Dynamic and supportive work environment.