Chippindale Plant is one of the largest plant hire and sales companies operating out of 8 depots in the North of England. We are currently seeking a new depot manager for our York depot. We provide a complete hire and sales service for a wide range of construction equipment, tools, excavator attachments, and secure portable accommodation. The company is part of the AER Rents Group, which is on course to become the largest independent rental group in the UK.
This depot manager role combines responsibility for managing the operations of a long-established plant and tool hire depot as well as site visits to existing and potential customers.
Based in York, the depot services an area that covers North and East Yorkshire, including Humberside. Our trade is predominantly B2B with companies ranging from sole traders to national civil engineers, but we also deal with consumers.
Key Responsibilities:
Focus on developing new business with a broad spectrum of customers. Expand business opportunities with existing key account customers. Oversee the efficient running of the depot, comprising 9 staff, and ensure it is running effectively and profitably. Minimum Requirements:
At least five years’ experience working in the construction equipment hire industry. Experienced sales professional with strong negotiation, relationship, and man management skills. Highly motivated, self-reliant, and capable of making difficult decisions under pressure. This includes taking ownership of problems until they are resolved and going the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction. Understanding of the depot cost base and what is required to run a profitable operation. Common-sense approach to operational management, setting high standards and expectations from staff. Strong approach to depot health and safety. Ability to manage a fully compliant transport fleet. Full understanding of hire management information systems and IT literacy. Due to the geography of the area, must live within a 60-minute drive from the York depot. Full driving licence.
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Focus on developing new business with a broad spectrum of customers. Expand business opportunities with existing key account customers. Oversee the efficient running of the depot, comprising 9 staff, and ensure it is running effectively and profitably. Minimum Requirements:
At least five years’ experience working in the construction equipment hire industry. Experienced sales professional with strong negotiation, relationship, and man management skills. Highly motivated, self-reliant, and capable of making difficult decisions under pressure. This includes taking ownership of problems until they are resolved and going the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction. Understanding of the depot cost base and what is required to run a profitable operation. Common-sense approach to operational management, setting high standards and expectations from staff. Strong approach to depot health and safety. Ability to manage a fully compliant transport fleet. Full understanding of hire management information systems and IT literacy. Due to the geography of the area, must live within a 60-minute drive from the York depot. Full driving licence.
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