Hire Controller (EAS)

Jacobs; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a hire coordinator to manage operational hire requirements for various projects across the UK. The role involves assessing equipment needs, engaging suppliers, and building internal relationships to enhance project success. A strong understanding of tooling and communication skills are key to succeeding in this position.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Digital GP service

Enhanced parental leave pay

Employee assistance programs

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Tooling, Plant & Equipment is essential.
• Computer literacy with MS Office is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Receive and assess project requirements for hired equipment.
• Engage suppliers and manage hire arrangements.
• Maintain accurate systems data for project tracking.

Skills

Good knowledge of Tooling, Plant & Equipment

Computer literate

Great communications skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity:

The role will be responsible for receiving operational hire requirements from a range of Jacobs projects across the United Kingdom and ensuring that safe, compliant, cost-effective and innovative hire arrangements are put in place to support them.

• Receive and assess project requirements for hired equipment, plant and tooling;
• Engage most appropriate supplier and introduce hire arrangements;
• Maintain accurate systems data to reflect project requirements and support business controls;
• Engage with internal customer, building relationships and understanding business requirements and opportunities;
• Work with external partners, understanding their offering and developing proposals that enhance and differentiate Jacobs offerings and working arrangements.

Here's What You'll Need:

• Good knowledge of Tooling, Plant & Equipment;
• Computer literate with a good knowledge of MS Office packages;
• Great communications and interpersonal skills.