Hire Fitter/Driver

Travis Perkins plc; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Hire Fitter/Driver at a leading company, you will ensure that tools are safe and ready for hire, support the Hire Manager, and build customer relationships. The role offers a competitive salary, strong benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a large PLC.

Benefits

Market-leading annual bonus

Discounts at ToolStation and Travis Perkins

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Sharesave scheme

Colleague discounts across Travis Perkins Group

Online discounts at leading retailers, airport parking, theme parks, dining, and cinemas

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Plant and Hire Industry is advantageous.
• Full clean UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring tools and hire equipment are tested and safe for use.
• Delivering and collecting tools and equipment to customers.
• Supporting the Hire Manager and managing department aspects.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Experience

Job description

As a Hire Fitter/Driver in Travis Perkins, you will play a vital role in supporting our Hire Manager to ensure compliance with all mechanical and electrical processes related to repairing and testing tools and equipment according to Travis Perkins Tool Hire standards.

What will I be doing?

1. Ensuring all tools and hire equipment are tested, safe for use, and readily available for hire.

2. Supporting your Hire Manager in managing all aspects of the department and business.

3. Delivering and collecting a variety of tools & equipment to and from customers.

4. Using your knowledge of our products and services to build great customer relationships, understand their needs, and offer expert advice, including recommending alternatives to maximize sales profitably.

5. Adhering to all Tool Hire processes and procedures, including audits and inspections, to prioritize safety.

What experience do you need?

Previous experience in the Plant and Hire Industry or a good understanding of electrical, petrol, and diesel equipment is advantageous but not essential. Transferable skills such as excellent customer service and sales experience are important. A full clean UK driving license is required.

Does this sound like you?

We hope you can say ‘Yes’ to all of the following characteristics, which are part of the DNA of our fantastic Hire Fitter/Drivers:

• Highly adaptable, resilient, and tenacious with high energy and drive.

• Thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Career-focused and eager to build a career as a key player in a large PLC.

Being a Hire Fitter/Driver at TP offers an excellent opportunity to excel and develop. We support your growth with a development plan aligned with our values.

You will receive competitive pay, benefits (including an achievable, market-leading annual bonus, discounts at ToolStation and Travis Perkins), contributory pension, life assurance, sharesave scheme, and colleague discounts across the Travis Perkins Group, including Toolstation. Additionally, enjoy online discounts at leading retailers, airport parking, theme parks, dining out, and cinemas.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We strive to be a truly inclusive employer, ensuring everyone feels safe, welcome, and confident to be their authentic selves. Be you, it makes us, us.