Head of Rental

HEAD OF RENTAL (HGV)

c £75k per annum + Bonus + Benefits, Permanent Role, Growing Business, Professional Friendly Environment.

• Lead and manage daily rental operations across the depot/network
• Optimise fleet availability, utilisation and turnaround times
• Oversee vehicle maintenance scheduling in coordination with workshop teams
• Manage and develop a team of rental & fleet controllers, drivers, and workshop support staff
• Ensure compliance with all transport regulations and health & safety standards
• Monitor KPIs, budgets and operational performance, implementing improvements where needed
• Handle customer escalations and maintain strong client relationships
• Collaborate with sales teams to support business growth and contract fulfilment

• Proven experience in a HGV rental management operations role (HGV rental experience essential)
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Good understanding of fleet management and compliance requirements
• Commercial awareness with the ability to manage costs and improve profitability
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities
• Confident communicator with a customer‑focused mindset
• Proficiency in transport or fleet management systems

£55,000 – £65,000 base, plus up to 20% shift premium.

If you feel you have the skills and experience, please upload your CV in the first instance.