Assistant Hire Manager in Bristol, South West

Assistant Hire Manager role in Bristol with fast-growing hire company, £35,000–£38,000 salary, bonus, training, and excellent career progression opportunities.

We are recruiting for a rapidly growing, forward-thinking hire business known for delivering exceptional service across the construction equipment sector. With a strong reputation for saying “yes” to customer challenges, this company invests heavily in people, safety, and sustainable practices. This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Hire Manager to join a business where your contribution is recognised and your career can progress.

Key Benefits of the Assistant Hire Manager: 

• £35,000–£38,000 basic salary
• Bonus paid twice per year
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Option to buy additional holidays
• Healthcare scheme
• Pension scheme
• Structured management training programme
• Monday to Friday working hours (7:30am–5:00pm)
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing business

About the Role (Assistant Hire Manager)

• As an Assistant Hire Manager, you will support the Depot Manager in the day-to-day running of a busy hire operation in Bristol.
• You will ensure stock levels are optimised to meet customer demand, provide expert advice on plant and tool hire solutions, and help maximise revenue through upselling and customer engagement.
• The Assistant Hire Manager will also be involved in equipment test and run procedures, basic servicing, and maintaining high operational standards.
• Building strong relationships with customers and colleagues will be key to success in this Assistant Hire Manager position.

About You (Assistant Hire Manager)
To succeed as an Assistant Hire Manager, you will have:

• A background in plant hire, tool hire, construction equipment, or builders merchants
• Strong customer service and organisational skills
• Confident communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone
• A proactive and energetic approach to work
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Basic mechanical or equipment knowledge (desirable)
• Good IT and administrative skills

To be successful in this role, you may have worked as a: Depot Supervisor, Hire Controller, Assistant Depot Manager, Branch Supervisor, Tool Hire Supervisor, Plant Hire Supervisor, Equipment Hire Coordinator, Branch Assistant Manager, Hire Desk Manager, Service Centre Supervisor

Next Steps
If you are an ambitious Assistant Hire Manager looking to progress your career with a growing organisation, apply today or contact Georgina on 01933667220 or georgina.wittich@pathrecruitment.com to find out more information! 

Voceer presents this job opportunity for PATH Recruitment, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by PATH Recruitment, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.