Hire Desk Controller
Do you have a passion for delivering excellent customer service?
Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume hire desk environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for a Hire Desk Controller to join our team, where you’ll play a key role in supporting customers with their hire equipment requirements and ensuring a smooth, professional service from enquiry through to completion.
What you’ll be doing
- Handling customer enquiries for Powered Access, Forklifts, Telehandlers and Plant
- Liaising with customers regarding hire, sales and service enquiries
- Proactively promoting the company and its products and services
- Negotiating hire rates and preparing quotations, including relevant specification data
- Managing general administrative duties and resolving customer queries
- Supporting the wider team with additional tasks as required
What we’re looking for
- Proven customer service experience within a high‑volume hire desk environment
- Strong communication skills and a professional, customer‑focused approach
- Ability to work under your own initiative with excellent organisation and time‑management skills
- Knowledge of plant, machinery, small tools, lifting and safety equipment is desirable — but not essential, as full training will be provided
Who we are
Mr Plant Hire is a trusted plant hire specialist, providing solutions to clients across London and the surrounding counties. With over 40 years’ experience, we have built a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality plant, access equipment, tools and training for projects of all sizes.
We care about our people, our customers and the environment, and we’re proud of the supportive and inclusive culture we’ve created.
Forces Friendly Employer
We are proud to be a forces‑friendly employer and a Bronze Award holder under the Armed Forces Covenant. We actively welcome applications from veterans, reservists, service leavers and the family members of active service personnel, recognising the valuable transferable skills and experience they bring to our business.
What we offer
- Full time permanent role, working 45 hours Monday to Friday
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Ongoing training and development to support your career progression
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Summer BBQ and Christmas Party
Mr Plant Hire is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know — we’ll be happy to support you.
Apply today if you feel you have the skills and enthusiasm to join our team.
Hire Desk Controller in Enfield employer: Mr Plant Hire
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