Assistant Branch Manager

Hirepool; Hastings; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Kiwisaver contribution

Free staff hire of DIY fleet

Job summary

Hirepool in Hastings, NZ is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager to help run the branch, deliver excellent customer service, and manage hire plant queries. You will build customer relationships, provide hire plant advice, quotes and contracts, and coach your team to develop their skills.

You will need supervisory experience, a Full Class 1 Driver Licence, good computer skills and strong communication. The role requires weekend availability as the branch operates Mon–Sat, with training, Kiwisaver

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or assistant manager role
• Full Class 1 Driver Licence
• Proficient computer skills
• High level communication skills
• Willingness to work weekend rosters

Responsibilities

• Assist the Hub Manager with day-to-day branch operations
• Build relationships with key customers
• Provide hire plant advice and support to customers
• Coach and develop the team

Skills

Communication skills

Customer relations

Team coaching

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.

Assistant Branch Manager

Reference: 6935438

• Great on the job training (gain endorsements and licences)
• 4% Employer Kiwisaver contribution (up to 6% based on length of service)
• Wide range of employee benefits including free staff hire in our DIY fleet

As an Assistant Branch Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our customers receive the right equipment and support services at the right time. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and customer-focused individual, with a background or strong understanding of hire or a related industry, looking to further develop their career in management.
The branch has a wide variety of hire plant so you need to have excellent product knowledge and strong customer relationship management skills to confidently field queries, provide advice, and put quotes/contracts together. You'll need to be competent to take on delegated management responsibilities and help out wherever needed to get the job done.

Any questions, you're more than welcome to contact the Hub Manager, Darrel Edlin on 0275878081.

What you will do:

• Assist the Hub Manager with the day-to-day running of the branch
• Build relationships with key customers
• Provide hire plant advice and support to customers from a variety of industries
• Coach and support your team in developing their own skills

What you need to have:

• Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant manager role would be a great advantage (particularly if in the Hire or any Trade-related industry)
• A Full Class 1 Driver Licence (other classes/endorsements an advantage)
• Proficient computer skills and high level of attention to detail
• High level communication skills
• Willingness to work rostered weekends as our branch is open Monday to Saturday

Who we are:

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including enhanced employer Kiwisaver contributions, flexible working, and company-funded life insurance.

Join Hirepool direct from school or study

In 2019Hirepool was asked by Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) to take part in a video case study about theAuckland CBD Jobs & Skills Hub ( https://cbdhub.co.nz/ ). The Hub connects people (including school leavers) with employers and jobs and career pathways that match their skills and interests. Watch thevideo below and hear from two of our team who joined Hirepool direct from school/study.