Job Description

480 dedicated team members? Severn Trent and our Developer Services team of course! If you want to do more because you care, we'd love to talk to you. We have a diverse range of roles and lots of development opportunities, there really is something for everyone here.
Within the supply chain operations area of Developer Services, we strive to deliver a reliable service today, whilst searching for ways to benefit the business tomorrow. We are a respected service provider enabling business outcomes while delivering a sustainable function. To achieve this, we operate to our four key principles; drive performance to meet customer needs; build a smart, sustainable process; operate proactively to deliver our finances effectively; create an awesome place to work.
Does this sound like a journey you want to join us on? If so, read on!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Developer Services are looking for our newest Hire Service Specialist to join the team and deliver a high-quality service to all areas of the business wishing to hire equipment. In this high-profile role, you will drive efficiencies and operational effectiveness by actively managing the short, medium, and long-term hires across the business, as well as leading the management of the Loan Fleet and shared assets.
It will be key for you to liaise with customers & suppliers to ensure relationships are maintained, while leading on process improvements. You will be charged with the identifying and prioritising of hiring long term hire or swapping hired with purchased equipment. As a senior member of the hire team, you'll also look to achieve key savings targets through the Hire Service Cost Avoidance on Loan Fleet & Hire Service savings.
Some of the key accountabilities of the role are:-

• Manage the Hire Service Loan Fleet which includes Pumps, Generators, Aerators & Microscreen. Ensuring the fleet is well maintained, serviced, and ideally located for our customer's needs.
• Process requests for hire equipment and work with business areas to ensure compliance
• Build credibility through acting as a subject matter expert and single point of contact for Loan Fleet assets
• Produce accurate performance data to ensure savings targets are met
• Work with the Hire Service Manager to identify continuous improvement activities for Hire Service

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLE
The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity and a caring attitude we want to talk to you, too.
We'll be looking for you to have a history of working in the pump, tool, plant or wider hire industry and a proven track record in managing mobile assets. Being confident working with a broad range of stakeholders with different requirements will be key in the role as will being an excellent communicator with a proven track record of influencing people.
This is a home based role, where you will start from home with the expectation of travel across the Severn Trent region.
We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Working here isn't just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We'll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we'll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.
With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you'll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Car Allowance of 4,800 per annum (400 per month)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to 2,250 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme - we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave - the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate

• Dedicated training and development with our 'Academy'
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year

WHAT'S NEXT
We can't wait to hear from you.
Before you apply, you'll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.
If your curiosity has been piqued and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.
Ps. we'll always let you know the outcome

Skills Required