Segro Industrial Park, 5, Consul Avenue, Rainham, RM13 8HY
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Summary
The Hire Controller role is about offering a service to both commercial and domestic customers to hire plant, tools and equipment (PTE) on short or long-term hire to carry out specific tasks. The type of product hired could range from powered hand tools, concrete breaker to towers and platforms.
Training course: Hire controller (plant, tools and equipment) (level 2)
Hours Monday- Friday Shifts to be confirmed 40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 05 October 2026
Duration: 1 Year
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you'll do at work
Providing technical information to commercial construction and domestic customers to help them select and use suitable equipment for the planned activities e.g. Health & Safety in operation, instructions for use, suitability for construction site and project, transportation requirements
Ensuring equipment for hire is compliant with Health & Safety requirements e.g. PAT testing, inspections and operational testing, plant operator site cards
Completing contract documentation at both on-hire and off-hire stages including all legal and health & safety documentation
Processing payments including calculating hire & rental charges (vary depending on domestic or commercial construction clients), damage charges, fraud prevention measures and insurance payments
Being a central point of information for colleagues in terms of stock control, maintenance, staffing (of driver-operated construction plant) and delivery/collection requirements
Handling commercial and domestic customer technical enquiries and complaints
Where you'll work
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
CITB
Your training course
Hire controller (plant, tools and equipment) (level 2)
Your training plan
This is delivered online during work hours over the duration of the apprenticeship
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
English Language (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Other requirements
All successful applicants will be DBS checked (Criminal Recrord Checking).
About this company
Established in 1954, Vp plc has evolved into a dynamic group of companies with expertise in equipment rental. Our organisation encompasses eleven prominent operating divisions: Airpac Rentals, Brandon Hire Station, Hire Station, MEP Hire, ESS, Groundforce, TPA, Torrent Trackside, Vp Rail, UK Forks and CPH.
Across these divisions, we proudly provide an extensive range of specialist products and comprehensive services tailored to various industries. Our offerings cater to diverse sectors such as construction, civil engineering, rail, water, oil and gas, outdoor events, and housebuilding.
With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, Vp plc is your trusted partner for all your equipment rental needs.
Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.
Salary sacrifice pension 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Free Tool Hire Life Assurance cover 3x salary Share save scheme Eye care vouchers Recommend a friend scheme Discounts on HP product
After this apprenticeship
After successful completion all qualified apprentices are offered a permanent position relevant to their qualification if still employed with Vp
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
VP PLC
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000014226.