At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Depot Manager in daily operations and team management.
- Company: Smiths Equipment Hire Ltd, the Northwest's largest independent equipment hire company.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, free tool hire, and group life cover.
- Other info: Full-time role with excellent career growth and additional perks.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in a thriving environment.
- Qualifications: Depot or sales experience with strong team collaboration skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Smiths Equipment Hire Ltd are the Northwest's Largest Independent Equipment Hire Company with 19 Hire It Centres located across the region. We have a fantastic opportunity for a driven and enthusiastic Deputy Manager to join our busy Openshaw Depot. The role of Deputy Manager is to support the Depot Manager on a day to day basis in the management and smooth running of the team and the Depot itself.
The ideal candidate for this role will have Depot / Sales experience and will have a clear understanding of how to work efficiently in a Deputy Manager role. This position requires someone who is a dedicated team player and who has the success of the overall depot in focus. You may be required to cover the Depot Manager if he is absent or, you will be working alongside the Manager focusing on the following key areas:
- Oversee All Depot Operations in the absence of the Depot Manager
- Ensure open quotations are dealt with in a timely manner
- Chase all late cash hires and keep to a minimum
- Deal with all loss damages initially and liaise with the Depot Manager
- Keep Stock replenished at all times
- Assist the Sales Hire Controller
- Taking Orders
- Contract conversions must be 85% above
- Ensure no equipment is hired under inspection
- Ensure all telephone calls are handled correctly
- Improve Hire Protect Sales
- Help the Depot Meet its depot targets
- Contribute to the overall depot sales targets
Benefits what we offer you:
- Salary: Depending on experience
- 25 Days plus statutory holidays (33 days in total)
- An extra 2 days holiday after 5 years service
- Weekly pay
- FREE tool hire for all employees - Excluding consumables and delivery
- Group Life Cover is provided at three times your annual salary
- My Wellbeing Services
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Pension scheme
- Full uniform provided
- Discounted personal legal services
This is a full time position, Monday to Friday. If you have the skills and experience required for this position and you are looking for your next long term career opportunity, we would like to hear from you.
Deputy Manager - Tool Hire employer: Smiths Equipment Hire Ltd
At Smiths Equipment Hire Ltd, we pride ourselves on being the Northwest's largest independent equipment hire company, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for our HGV 2 Delivery Drivers. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities, all while fostering a collaborative culture that values teamwork and innovation. Join us in Blackburn, where you can enjoy the benefits of working with a diverse range of customers and contribute to our exciting expansion journey.
