We have an exciting opportunity for a Hire Controller to join the team of a national company that supplies plant hire equipment to the construction industry.Details below:Company - National Plant Hire CompanyJob Title - Hire & Sales CoordinatorLocation - PrestonSalary - Up to £27k / annum bonus excellent benefitsOur client has a great reputation in the industry and is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and flexible all-rounder to work in a small team on a busy hire desk within their customer's offices in the Preston area. Hire industry experience isn't essential for this role, but you must have experience working in a fast paced, office based customer services environment.The role reports into the Service Manager, and the main parts of the role include: Dealing with all telephone and email enquiries, and raising of contracts Maintaining spreadsheets and reports Obtain detailed information from the customer requesting plant, off-hiring plant or reporting breakdowns Source and re-hire non-company equipment ensuring both best price and quality. Liaise with other depots to ensure that equipment is available. Take opportunity to secure additional revenue through add on sales and converting off-hires into hires. Assisting with any problems regarding on hires, off hires and breakdowns using the escalation process where necessary. Collate weekly KPI information. Requirements: Experience in the hire industry is preferable, but not essential Strong customer service and communication skills Strong IT skills including MS packages You must be reliable, enthusiastic, and well organised. Independent worker The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated and proactive