Hire Controller

L Lynch Plant Hire & Haulage Limited; Rushden; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant hire company in Rushden is looking for a Hire Controller to join the Hire Desk team. The ideal candidate will manage the hiring and off-hiring of plant and equipment while supporting customer inquiries. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate hire files, producing revenue reports, and liaising with the service team. This role requires excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with opportunities for ongoing learning and development.

Benefits

£250 Love to Learn voucher

Subsidised gym membership

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Mental health support programmes

Regular team socials

Qualifications

• Strong team-focused attitude.
• Driven and organised with a focus on detail.
• Excellent organisational skills to meet deadlines.
• Confidence in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage hiring and off-hiring of plant to customers.
• Support Hire Negotiators with pricing and availability.
• Ensure quotes are raised for inquiries.
• Maintain accurate hire files.
• Produce revenue reports and customer reports.
• Resolve hire-related customer queries.

Skills

Team-focused attitude

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Confidence in fast-paced environments

Basic knowledge of plant and equipment

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Lynch, we've been supporting the UK construction industry with reliable plant hire for over 40 years. Known for our personal service and sustainable solutions, we take pride in doing things differently.

People are at the heart of what we do. We're looking for a Hire Controller to join our Hire Desk team and play a key role in supporting the hiring and off-hiring of plant and equipment to our customers. This role is ideal for a proactive, organised individual with a strong eye for detail and a customer-focused mindset.

What you'll do:

• Manage the hiring and off-hiring of plant and equipment to customers
• Support and advise Hire Negotiators with pricing, specifications and availability
• Ensure quotes are raised for every customer enquiry
• Maintain accurate Live Hire and Closed Hire files
• Manage and process re-charges accurately
• Produce Hire Desk revenue reports
• Prepare detailed customer reports as required
• Ensure all hire information is accurate and provided correctly every time
• Respond to and resolve hire-related customer queries
• Liaise daily with the Service and Transport teams to ensure smooth operations

What we're looking for:

• Strong team-focused attitude
• Driven, organised and focused approach to work
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Confidence working in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of plant and equipment
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

What you'll get:

• A role with purpose and the opportunity to make a real impact
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• £250 Love to Learn voucher each year to support your personal growth
• One Volunteer Day per year to support a cause you care about
• Subsidised gym membership - we cover 50% of your monthly cost (subject to criteria)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Mental health and wellbeing support programmes
• Regular team socials and company events

At Lynch, our people are our greatest asset. We invest in the skills, wellbeing and futures of our employees because we believe that an exceptional people experience delivers better results for our customers, our communities and our environment.

We trust and respect our colleagues and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone is heard, valued and empowered to make a difference. Join a team that's proud to help Build Britain's Infrastructure.

Ready to apply?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and become part of a high-performing Hire Desk team, we'd love to hear from you. Send us your CV or apply online today.