Hire Controller

Hire Controller

Job Type:

Permanent

Job Sector:

Customer Service

Region:

South East

Location:

Southampton

Salary:

£28,000 to £29,000 per annum

Salary Description:

Attractive

Posted:

13/03/2026

Recruiter:

Speedy Services

Job Ref:

SPD/TP/589333/21024

Speedy are the UK's leading hire provider with the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant and support services

• everything for every job!

Job Title

• Hire ControllerLocation
• SouthamptonWorking Hours
• Mon•Fri, 07:30•17:00•42 hours per weekBased in the depot, the Hire Controller is a vital part of operations on the front line of sales and customer service.

Relationship building is the key to success, as the Hire Controller coordinates the entire hire process from taking the order through to delivery and collection, liaising with every part of the depot to ensure the needs of the customer are met and that they're satisfied with our service.

On a day-to-day basis, you can expect to be desk-based, working directly with the other departments, liaising regularly with stock teams, drivers and engineers to ensure minimal delay in fulfilling the needs of the customer with readily available equipment and close contact.

For us to help you on your journey to success, here's what you'll need:

Strong organisational skillsStrong communication skills both verbally & writtenAdaptabilityCommitment to learn and developDriving licensePrevious experience working within the hire industry or similar sales or operational roleAbility to support your business unit/team to deliver our ESG Strategy

• Decade to Deliver.

What we offer:26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)Life assurancePension SchemeCanteen facilities95% discount across the Speedy brandOpportunities for training, development and career progression

Voluntary Health Cash PlanMy Staff Shop:

discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers

Green Commute Initiative:

Work scheme for cyclingPAM

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial managementSpeedy operates an industry leading Work Life Balance initiative, demonstrating our commitment to reducing core contracted hours, supporting colleague wellbeing, and identifying more balanced work patterns for our colleagues which is a huge step in realising our ambition of putting our People First.

Talk to us about a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements to suit your needs including flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term time hours and job share opportunities.

Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailed understanding of the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.

Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Please be aware that some roles withinThe Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check.

The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us.

Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance.

https:

//www.speedyservices.com/esg/governanceAll applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.