Job Description

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.

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

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

Desirable

A degree or qualification in Engineering, Business, Fleet Management, or a related field

Industry certifications (e.g., CPCS, NPORS)

Experience with CRM systems, fleet management software, and customer data analysis

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday entitlement - 32 days

Potential EOT tax-free bonus

Life Assurance

Birthday Leave

Holiday Buy Back

Sick Pay

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person