Assistant Hire Controller

Wernick Hire, the UK's largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary Modular Buildings and Site Accommodation, currently have an opportunity for a talented individual to join their team as an Assistant Hire Controller. Established since 1934, The Wernick Group continue to be a family run and owned Company who have more than doubled their profits in the last 5 years. We believe that our success has been driven by the quality and dedication of our workforce. Our business is full of people with enthusiasm and vision coupled with friendliness and a real "can-do" spirit. We are looking for someone who is ideally - IT Literate - proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook, has excellent Administration and Customer Service skills; someone who is not scared to go the extra mile and able to work under pressure, as this is a very busy role. Our Assistant Hire Controllers work alongside the Hire Controllers who are the heart of the Depot, and the ones who make it all happen. In return, we aim to progress you and provide you with the necessary training and resources to grow with our Company. **About The Role** **Role overview**: As Assistant Hire Controller the suitable Applicant will support the Depot Team in all aspects of the day to day running of the Hire Depot. To always demonstrate excellent Customer Service and ensure Administration processes are both accurate and timely. - Provide first class Customer Service. - Preparation/ prepare Hire Contracts, Quotations, and any other necessary correspondence through MCS-RM system. - Handle enquiries and source new business. - Record enquiries and source of enquiries. - Follow up Quotations and enquiries. - Maintain accurate and up to date records. - Any other relevant tasks as and when required by your Line Manager. - Comply with all Company policies and procedures including adherence to all H & S policies. - Awareness of Company KPI targets for the Depot, assist in achieving and exceeding. The Assistant Hire Controller is directly responsible to the Depot Manager, to whom he/ she will report although he/ she may be directly mentored by the Hire Controller or Senior Member of the Depot Staff. **What you will get in return** - Competitive salary & bonus scheme - Generous holiday allowance (rising with service) - Option to buy, sell or carry over holidays. - Group pension - Annual Salary review - takes place each January. - Life Insurance 2 x annual salary - Free onsite parking - Employee assistance programme - Training and progression opportunities - Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 80 years) - Open door policy - Employee Referral scheme - Benefits scheme (discounted retailers scheme) - Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers - Message the MD/CEO/Staff Satisfaction Survey. **IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES**: **Required Criteria** **Skills Needed** **About The Company** **Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?** **Rich Heritage, Progressive Future**:As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future. **Diverse Opportunities**: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services. **Commitment to Excellence**:At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success. **Continuous Investment in People**:We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning. **Simplicity and Efficiency**: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications. **Environmental and Social Responsibility**: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people. **Company Culture** **Clear path to progression**:We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee. With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals. **Trainee programmes**:Start your caree