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Hire Desk Manager
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- Avonmouth, Bristol
- Permanent
- Full Time
Job Description
Job Title: Hire Desk Manager
Location: Avonmouth, Bristol (Office Based)
Salary: Depending on Experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Working Hours: Hours of work will be 8.00am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.
King Lifting provides crane hire services to the construction industry along with plant and machinery movement solutions, operating from depots across the UK. We are a modern family-run business with a strong reputation and a proven track record within the industry.
We are currently seeking an experienced Hire Desk Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation and smooth running of our Bristol hire desk.
This is an office-based role so you must live within a commutable distance to Avonmouth, Bristol.
Key Responsibilities:
Allocation of assets and labour on a daily basis.
Handling inbound telephone enquiries ensuring all requests are actioned efficiently.
Liaising with operatives to ensure all relevant information is provided prior to works commencing.
Raising contracts, job sheets and operator tickets.
Ensuring all operative training/medical requirements are up to date and compliant with Company policies.
Procuring plant, labour and equipment from external suppliers when required.
Liaising with customers to ensure site-specific requirements are met prior to site attendance.
Ensuring all cranes and yard equipment inspections are current and compliant with LOLER regulations.
Managing annual leave requests for operatives and hire desk staff.About you:
This is a fast-paced and demanding role. We are looking for a confident and organised individual who thrives under pressure, demonstrates excellent attention to detail and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills. A positive and proactive approach is essential.
As well as this, you will:
Be proficient in Microsoft Office
Have previous experience working on a hire desk and/or within the crane or plant hire industry
Have experience managing sub-contractors across multiple geographical locationsIn return you will receive:
Competitive salary dependent on your skills and experience
Quarterly bonus (dependent upon the results of your depot)
Generous holiday allowance
Company pension
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible Benefits Platform with generous monthly Company contribution
Reward and recognition incentives
Retail discount hubs
Ongoing training and development opportunitiesAdditional Information:
Please click apply to be redirected to our careers page to complete your application. If you want to stand out from the rest, we would encourage you to include a covering letter stating why you would be the ideal candidate for King Lifting.
You must have the right to live and work in the UK otherwise, your application will automatically be rejected.
King Lifting is an Equal Opportunities employer.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Plant Hire Manager, Fleet Management, Logistics Operations, Planning Administrator, Logistics Planner, Scheduling Manager, Logistics Manager, Crane Hire Coordinator, Plant Hire Operations Manager, Plant Controller, Vehicle Controller may also be considered
Location: Avonmouth, Bristol (Office Based)
Salary: Depending on Experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Working Hours: Hours of work will be 8.00am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.
King Lifting provides crane hire services to the construction industry along with plant and machinery movement solutions, operating from depots across the UK. We are a modern family-run business with a strong reputation and a proven track record within the industry.
We are currently seeking an experienced Hire Desk Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation and smooth running of our Bristol hire desk.
This is an office-based role so you must live within a commutable distance to Avonmouth, Bristol.
Key Responsibilities:
Allocation of assets and labour on a daily basis.
Handling inbound telephone enquiries ensuring all requests are actioned efficiently.
Liaising with operatives to ensure all relevant information is provided prior to works commencing.
Raising contracts, job sheets and operator tickets.
Ensuring all operative training/medical requirements are up to date and compliant with Company policies.
Procuring plant, labour and equipment from external suppliers when required.
Liaising with customers to ensure site-specific requirements are met prior to site attendance.
Ensuring all cranes and yard equipment inspections are current and compliant with LOLER regulations.
Managing annual leave requests for operatives and hire desk staff.About you:
This is a fast-paced and demanding role. We are looking for a confident and organised individual who thrives under pressure, demonstrates excellent attention to detail and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills. A positive and proactive approach is essential.
As well as this, you will:
Be proficient in Microsoft Office
Have previous experience working on a hire desk and/or within the crane or plant hire industry
Have experience managing sub-contractors across multiple geographical locationsIn return you will receive:
Competitive salary dependent on your skills and experience
Quarterly bonus (dependent upon the results of your depot)
Generous holiday allowance
Company pension
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible Benefits Platform with generous monthly Company contribution
Reward and recognition incentives
Retail discount hubs
Ongoing training and development opportunitiesAdditional Information:
Please click apply to be redirected to our careers page to complete your application. If you want to stand out from the rest, we would encourage you to include a covering letter stating why you would be the ideal candidate for King Lifting.
You must have the right to live and work in the UK otherwise, your application will automatically be rejected.
King Lifting is an Equal Opportunities employer.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Plant Hire Manager, Fleet Management, Logistics Operations, Planning Administrator, Logistics Planner, Scheduling Manager, Logistics Manager, Crane Hire Coordinator, Plant Hire Operations Manager, Plant Controller, Vehicle Controller may also be considered