Hire Operations Manager

Location Harrogate
Discipline: Executive Search, Attachments, Plant Hire, Forklift Hire, Construction Equipment, Tool Hire, Powered Access, Power Generation, Accommodation, Material Handling, Heavy Plant, Capital Equipment
Associated job titles: Area Sales Manager , Branch Manager, Hire Manager , Senior Hire Controller , Rental Supervisor , Rental Manager , Hire Coordinator, Hire Controller, Assistant Manager, Hire Desk Controller , Depot Manager
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £40k - 45k per year + Bonus + Hybrid Working
Contact name: Dario Matteucci

Contact email: dario.matteucci@pathrecruitment.com
Contact phone: 01933 667228
Job ref: 57184
Published: about 8 hours ago

Hire Operations Manager - Modular Hire & Projects | Near Harrogate | £45,000 + Bonus

Take the lead in managing high-profile modular hire projects across the UK, Europe, and overseas while enjoying hybrid working and travel opportunities.

The Company

A global leader in the modular hire industry, delivering innovative, high-quality solutions to clients in multiple countries. With manufacturing facilities in Dubai and a strong international presence, this company prides themselves on excellence, precision, and outstanding client service. This is your chance to join a forward-thinking, supportive team where your expertise will make a real difference.

Key Benefits

  • Hybrid working - split between home and office
  • Salary up to £45,000 plus annual company performance bonus
  • 22 days holiday + bank holidays
  • International travel opportunities, including Dubai
  • Company phone and pension scheme
  • Join a collaborative, global organisation with career growth potential

About the Role

As a Hire Operations Manager, you will oversee modular building hire operations for the UK, Europe, and occasionally Dubai. You will liaise with subcontractors, manage on and off-hires, coordinate logistics, and ensure equipment is delivered and installed to the highest standards. This Hire Operations Manager role will also involve visiting manufacturing sites overseas to oversee production, implement software systems such as Syrinx, and ensure operational processes run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage modular hire operations from enquiry to off-hire, ensuring seamless project delivery
  • Coordinate with subcontractors, sourcing and managing skilled labour where required
  • Oversee manufacturing quality and project timelines at overseas facilities
  • Implement and optimise the Syrinx hire management system
  • Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards across all operations
  • Liaise with clients to resolve issues quickly and professionally
  • Travel nationally and internationally as projects require

About You

To excel in this Hire Operations Manager role, you will have strong organisational skills, an entrepreneurial mindset, proven experience in operational management (ideally within hire, modular buildings, or construction hire), and the ability to manage complex, multi-location projects. Confidence in dealing with subcontractors, implementing systems, and travelling overseas is essential.

To be successful in this role, you may have worked as a:

Hire Operations Manager, Modular Hire Manager, Equipment Hire Controller, Plant Hire Manager, Project Operations Manager, Construction Hire Manager, Fleet Operations Manager, Modular Project Coordinator, Hire Desk Manager, Rental Manager, Senior Hire Controller, Hire Coordinator, Equipment Operations Supervisor.

Next Steps

Apply today and take the next step in your operations career.