Hire Controller

Hire Controller, Full time, Office based near Wimborne We are currently working with a well established family business looking to bring on board a organised, methodical and personable Hire Controller to act as the first point of contact for new plant hire requests as well as manage repeat business. The Hire Controller will be in a busy fast paced role involving:- Coordinate external plant and vehicle hire, negotiating with suppliers for best value and price, liaising with suppliers on availability and initiating purchase/hire orders. Coordinate cross hire process as required, issuing hired plant/vehicle numbers where appropriate. Maintain records of hires to external parties and liaise with accounts department for invoicing. Prepare hire contracts as required. Liaise with site teams regarding delivery dates, collection dates and on-site arrangements. Liaise with accounts team to resolve invoice queries and other issues. Provide cover for other department members when they are not available due to site visit, holiday or sickness. Check and adjust weekly hire reports and liaise with site teams and accounts team for weekly sign off. Ensure all non-essential plant and equipment is off hired as soon as possible when the requirement is over. Maintaining an accurate schedule of external suppliers, contacts and agreed rates. Plan hire s to ensure most cost effective logistics Update company systems and reports for workshop parts/stock purchases Assist the Hire Manager in: ..... full job details .....