Banner Plant is part of Henry Boot, one of the UK’s leading land, property development, home building and construction businesses. Together, we are where great places start.
Banner Plant is one of the leading plant hire specialists for construction, infrastructure and industry. We offer a wide range of products and services for sale and hire, and continually
refresh our hire fleet, transport and service facilities.
Operating from seven regional depots in the north of England, we have supplied the most modern, technically acceptable and competitive construction products and services for over 65 years.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Apprentice Tool Hire Controller at our Leicester depot. This role presents an exciting opportunity for someone who is eager to learn about the tool hire industry, develop essential skills, and kick-start their career in a dynamic work environment.
As an Apprentice Hire Controller, you will study the Level 2 Hire Controller apprenticeship which takes around 15 months to complete. You will also be trained and mentored by our experienced colleagues to on hire/off hire, repair, maintain and transportation of the company’s small plant and tools fleet in line with the depot requirements and standards.
Hire Activities
- Work in accordance with all company systems, policies and procedures to support the effective management and monitoring of all hire desk activities whilst at the same time delivering against performance targets and customer expectations
- Assist with the setting up of new hire contracts in line with company policy and procedure
- Support with the creation of quotes (in line with given parameters)
- Help with negotiating on costs (within given parameters) for hire
- Answer all calls and emails in line with service level expectations
- Assist with the resolution of questions and queries in an appropriate and timely manner and in line with service level agreements
- Flag any risks or issues to the Hire Manager / Depot Manager
- Ensure that all systems and record keeping processes are fully utilised and information is accurate and kept up to date
- Support with liaising with the Accounts Team to deal effectively and swiftly with existing and new customer account queries and / or questions
- Liaise with workshop colleagues in relation to all hire activities so as to ensure effective and efficient management of all resources (people and equipment)
- Assist with working in close partnership with the transport team to ensure deadlines and expectations are met and managed
- Support colleagues to ensure that all tools is presented in accordance with the company requirements and expectations
- Assist with the sourcing of tools not available in Depot to satisfy hire requirements
- Provide information as requested and expected so that management information / reports can be provided to the Tool Hire Manager and Depot Manager
Customer Relationships & Account Management
- Build, foster and maintain customer relationships through regular contact (virtual or f2f)
- Ensure that the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is fully utilised, managed in accordance with expectations and is updated on a regular basis e.g. lead generation, pipeline management, quotes and meeting notes
- Build strong relationships with providers, partners and suppliers
- Provide guidance, advice and support to customers in relation to products and services in line with training received
- Maintain knowledge of existing customers’ business, operations and objectives
- Build strong and close relationships with the Sales Team
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