HIRE FLEET MANAGER

Do you want to work for a business where you share in the results? Where you have a say in the business’s direction and how we operate? We are an employee-owned business, a fact we are immensely proud of.
With over 50 years industry expertise, we are a family business, and all our team are key to our success.
We represent premier brands such as Case Construction, Terex Ecotec, and Keestrack, we deliver our customers’ requirements for all their Earthmoving and Recycling needs. We are going places, doubling in size in the last two years, with significant growth throughout the UK we now operate from four sites.
The reward for your hard work and enthusiasm is the opportunity for a long-term career with exceptional opportunities for development, ongoing product training and competitive earning potential.

REQUIREMENTS

· Extensive experience in heavy plant hire or fleet management with strong commercial or sales exposure
· Demonstrable success in revenue growth, customer acquisition, or business development in the construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors
· Deep understanding of plant machinery, asset lifecycle, and maintenance strategies
· Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders
· Strong commercial acumen, including experience with budgeting, pricing, and P&L management
· Data-driven decision-maker with a track record of improving performance and profitability
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

THE ROLE

As our Hire Fleet Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic and commercial performance of our fleet of heavy plant machinery. This is a senior leadership role combining operational excellence with a clear sales and growth mandate. You will drive revenue through increased plant utilisation, customer acquisition, and outstanding service delivery, all while ensuring the fleet operates efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with regulations.
You will report directly to the management board and work closely with sales, operations, and service teams to shape our hire fleet strategy and support the broader commercial goals of the business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Lead and manage the hire fleet business unit with a strong focus on sales growth, utilisation, and profitability
· Identify new commercial opportunities, develop customer relationships, and expand our market share in the plant hire sector
· Build and maintain strong partnerships with key clients, ensuring customer retention and satisfaction
· Develop and execute the strategic plan for fleet growth, investment, and lifecycle management
· Oversee procurement and disposal of fleet assets in alignment with commercial demand and ROI targets
· Drive cost-efficiency through budget control, asset utilisation, and performance tracking
· Monitor KPIs and revenue metrics to assess fleet profitability and inform decision-making
· Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and industry regulations
· Continuously improve systems, technology, and processes to enhance service delivery and commercial responsiveness