Job Introduction
Our Technical manager is responsible for ensuring our branches are operating within required company standards and procedures as well as meeting all legislative requirements. Compliance is at the very top of our priorities so if you can operate at the highest level and really make this role your own we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- To complete annual audit of all branches in allocated geographical area
- Assist Certification manager as required to ensure branches are adequately prepared for external audits (particularly ISO9/14/45/50001, HAE SafeHire and FORS)
- Complete detailed investigations into accidents and near misses occurring in branches and across the region
- To identify the root cause of incidents, prepare incident reports and suggest corrective actions required to prevent recurrence
- To ensure procedures around testing and servicing are up to date and promote the safest method of testing. The safe operation of equipment should be assured for our customers
- To be the first point of call for workshops with issues and queries when servicing equipment, including lifting items
- Be the primary contact for branch employees Safety Guardians with issues and queries around health, safety, the environment and energy
- Responsible for workshop and H&S training programme nationally, including induction of new employees
- To work with branches and the BSM to reduce levels of unavailable equipment through training, transferring items between branches and disposal
- To ensure as far as is reasonably practicable, personal health & safety
What We’re Looking For
- Extensive knowledge of branch and workshop procedures, stock management and Brandon Hire Station equipment including lifting items
- Ability to produce reports to various levels within the business with meaningful recommendations
- Confident in delivering presentations/information to large groups
- Sound working knowledge of HSE legislation
- Approachable, with a desire to help resolve issues
- Flexible and willing to travel nationally and work in different locations across the UK as required by the role
- Experienced in dealing with stakeholders at all levels
- ISO9001/14001/18001/FORS Lead Auditor qualifications or equivalent (Desirable - can complete after being appointed to the role)
- NEBOSH or similar H&S qualification - (desirable)
- LEEA Qualifications (Desirable - can complete after being appointed to the role)
- IT Literate with ability to analyse and order large amounts of data using Excel spreadsheets
- Current full driving licence
What We Can Offer You
- Competitive salary
- Monday – Friday working hours, no weekends!!
- Salary sacrifice pension
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Additional holiday purchase scheme
- Free Tool Hire
- Life Assurance cover 3x salary
- Share save scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Recommend a friend scheme
- Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
- Cycle to work scheme
- Long service recognition
- My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
- Discounts on HP products
- EE mobile contract discount offers
- Gym discounts
- Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
- Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
A Little Bit About Us
Brandon Hire Station is the leading provider of tool and equipment hire in the UK.
Our commitment to exceptional customer support services is unmatched in the industry. We guarantee timely delivery of our tools and equipment through our branded vehicles and FORS accredited drivers. Plus, with our 'Everyday Product Hire Guarantee', you can trust that our most hired products are always available at every branch, every day, collected or delivered throughout the UK.
At Brandon Hire Station, we're actively looking for passionate individuals to join our team. We're committed to providing the highest level of service to our customers and we're always on the lookout for like-minded professionals who share our dedication to excellence.
If you're interested in working for a company that's committed to providing exceptional customer support services, we invite you to apply for a position with Brandon Hire Station today.
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.
