Job type
PermanentLocation
WidnesWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Specialist AdministratorsIndustry
Supply Chain & LogisticsPay
£32,000 - £35,000 per annum
Permanent - Hire Controller - Widnes - Fully on-site - Full time - Immediate start
Your new company
My client, a leading hire organisation based on an industrial site in Widnes, is seeking a professional Hire Controller to join their busy site on a permanent basis.
Introduction
Established in 2005, with over 40 years of industry expertise, they serve the UK and Ireland. They have built a strong client base and pride themselves on the service that they offer to a wide customer base.
Your new role
The position is offered full-time Monday to Friday and is fully based on-site. Hours of work are 08.00am until 17.00pm and 09.00am until 18.00pm on a rotation basis. Due to the location of the premises, you will need to drive and have acces to your own vehicle. Free parking is provided.
Some of your duties will include but not limited to Coordinate plant & vehicle hire
Negotiating with suppliers for the best value and price
As the hire controller, you will build important relationships with internal and external clients.
Manage a fast-paced and busy hire desk
Liaising with on availability & initiating purchase/hire orders.
Ensuring equipment for hire is compliant with Health & Safety requirements e.g. PAT testing, inspections and operational testing, plant operator site cards;
Coordinate the cross-hire process as required, issuing hired plant/vehicle numbers where appropriate.
Assist in the preparation of reports to assist the overall plant function as required by the Hire Manager
Maintain records of hires from external parties, & liaise with the accounts department for invoicing
Prepare hire contracts as required.
Liaise with site teams regarding delivery dates, collection dates & on-site arrangements.
Liaise with the accounts team to resolve invoice queries and other issues.
Check & adjust weekly hire reports & liaise with site teams & accounts team for weekly sign off.
Ensure all non-essential plant and equipment are hired off as soon as possible when the requirement is over.
Assist in completion of asset and stock counts internally as required.
Maintaining an accurate schedule of external suppliers, contacts and agreed rates.
What you'll need to succeed
Experience of working within a fast-paced hire control environment
Resilient character
Ability to communicate with people at all levels
Great eye for detail
Personable and professional
Quick to pick things up
What you'll get in return
Competitive salary at £32,000 to £35,000 per annumFriendly and supportive team
Free parking
Standard pension contributions
What you need to do now
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