CRS are currently assisting our Hire client in sourcing a full time Assistant Branch Manager to join the team at the Manchester Depot. Our ideal candidate will have experience of an equipment hire business or similar operation. Experience of managing and developing a small team of people in a customer facing operation would be advantageous, achieving daily production / delivery targets. The successful assistant branch manager will be capable and willing to make operational decisions to ensure the branch runs successfully. A good level of computer literacy is required as is a full UK driving licence. Having responsibility for the hire desk and managing aspects of the transport operation youll be supporting, and when necessary deputising for the Branch Manager. Ultimately working together to ensure all aspects of the branch business are being proactively managed meeting and exceeding all company standards. Key Responsibilities Maintaining and developing positive relationship with existing and prospective customers. Management of any Customer feedback. Supporting the mechanical fitters to ensure equipment stock levels are maintained. Protection of the Company assets, reducing off hire time. Managing warehouse and stock control. Staffing support. Ensuring that Health & Safety requirements / initiatives are proactively managed. Support the Branch Manager with the management and development of the branch team. Hours of work: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday In return we offer an salary to £40500 plus benefits Competitive annual bonus scheme Salary sacrifice pension 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Additional holiday purchase scheme Free Tool Hire Life Assurance cover 3x salary Share save scheme Eye care vouchers Recommend a friend scheme Learning & Development commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required Cycle to work scheme Long service recognition Discounts on HP products EE mobile contract discount offers Gym discounts Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan) Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline free joining