Hire/Depot Manager
Plant Hire
Erith
35-40k
Permanent

Hours: 7.30 – 6.00 Monday to Friday - Hours necessary to do the job (Saturdays upon request)

The role will primarily be to manage the national hire desk plus the depot based in Erith.

• Oversee and manage the national hire desk
• Ensure correct systems and procedures are followed by all Depot employees
• Ensure that the Depot staff deliver a high standard of customer service at all times
• Manage KPI’s and overall Depot performance
• Asset management
• Comply with H&S regulations and legislation
• First line HR, training and employee product awareness
• Liaise with colleagues to optimise efficiency and Depot excellence
• Monthly physical parts stock checks and stock management

The ideal candidate must be customer focused and a well organised individual with a minimum 5 years’ experience in the construction plant sector. They must also have:

• A proven track record in a management position, expertise in being able to lead, coach and develop a team
• A hands on approach to management, knowing everything that is going on in relation to the Depot, as well as leading from the front
• Full Driving Licence
• Local area knowledge for the Depot area served
• Relevant industry experience
• Good Health & Safety knowledge
• Proven track record in employee management
• An ability to achieve goals and objectives
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good communication skills including numeracy and literacy
• First rate knowledge of Hire Software
• Advanced use of Excel and Word is essential
• Ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure to set deadlines and prioritise tasks
• A confident and flexible attitude