Hire Controller

FM Search & Select Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

FM Search & Select Ltd is recruiting for a Hire Controller in Central Scotland to join a busy operations team. The role blends depot administration, hire coordination and hands-on operational tasks in a fast-paced environment.

You will support day-to-day depot operations, coordinate transport, manage stock, and assist with labouring duties while delivering accurate records and excellent customer service. Salary is £30,000-£35,000 DOE, full-time and permanent.

Qualifications

• Experience in hire control or depot operations is desirable.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Comfortable with both office-based and hands-on duties.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Good IT skills and confidence using internal systems.
• Able to prioritise workload and work under pressure.
• Proactive, flexible team player; UK Driving Licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate equipment hires and support the day-to-day running of the depot.
• Assist with stock control, equipment movements and inventory management.
• Arrange and coordinate transport and deliveries.
• Prepare equipment for hire, ensuring it is ready for dispatch.
• Support loading, unloading and general depot labouring duties.
• Maintain accurate records and update internal systems.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure a smooth hire process.
• Assist with general administration, documentation and reporting.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Skills

Depot operations

Hire coordination

Administrative skills

Customer service

IT skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

Job description

Hire Controller

Location: Central Scotland

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE

Full-Time | Permanent

We're recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious business for a Hire Contoller to join their busy operations team.

This is a varied role combining depot administration, hire coordination and hands-on operational support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

The Role

You'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the depot, supporting hire operations, coordinating transport, managing stock and assisting with general labouring duties as required.

Working closely with engineers, suppliers and customers, you'll help ensure equipment is prepared, organised and delivered efficiently while maintaining accurate records and providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate equipment hires and support the day-to-day running of the depot.
• Assist with stock control, equipment movements and inventory management.
• Arrange and coordinate transport and deliveries.
• Prepare equipment for hire, ensuring it is ready for dispatch.
• Support loading, unloading and general depot labouring duties.
• Maintain accurate records and update internal systems.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure a smooth hire process.
• Assist with general administration, documentation and reporting.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

About You

• Previous experience within hire control, depot operations, logistics or a similar environment is desirable.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Comfortable carrying out both office-based and hands-on operational duties.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Good IT skills and confidence using internal systems.
• Able to prioritise workload and work well under pressure.
• A proactive, flexible team player with a positive attitude.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

What's on Offer?

• Salary between £30,000 - £35,000 DOE
• Permanent, full-time position
• Varied role with a mix of administration and operational responsibilities
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to grow with a successful and expanding business

If you're looking for a varied role where you can combine administration, coordination and hands-on operational support, we'd love to hear from you