Hire Manager

Hire Manager | Nottingham (Sutton in Ashfield) | £40,000 – £45,000 Including Bonus + Benefits

We are working with a respected engineering business who are seeking a Hire Manager to support their Nottingham branch. This is an opportunity to step into a key role, leading the hire function and working closely with the Branch Manager to ensure smooth operations and outstanding service delivery.

The Hire Manager will coordinate hire desk activity, oversee transport and logistics, and take responsibility for branch hire performance.

The role requires strong organisational ability, people skills, and proven experience of working within a hire environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day hire operation, ensuring customer requests are fulfilled efficiently.
• Manage safety and security of branch assets including vehicles, property, pumps, and equipment.
• Ensure pricing parameters and credit procedures are followed.
• Set up new customer accounts and manage accounts on stop.
• Control transport use and costs, including compliance with driver hours and tachograph regulations.
• Liaise with the Branch Manager on financial aspects, debtor queries, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate records on transport costs, damages, and losses.
• Build and manage relationships with customers, including key accounts.
• Lead hire team activity, supporting toolbox talks and team development.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven supervisory experience within hire, ideally pumps or similar sector.
• Track record of running a busy hire desk in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience within logistics, construction, or water utilities desirable.
• Strong IT skills with knowledge of rental systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly.
• Strong communicator with confident customer-facing ability.
• Negotiation and influencing skills, able to identify and secure additional sales opportunities.
• Knowledge of pumps and hire solutions advantageous but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points).

Summary:

Position: Hire Manager

Location: Sutton-In-Ashfield

Duration: Permanent, full-time

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Including Bonus + Benefits

Start: Notice dependent

If you have the skills and experience to deliver in this role, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now or contact the Kiota team for more details.