Plant Hire Controller

Sutton in Ashfield

1 year ago

Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Business Development Manager

Foreman

Site Engineer

Assistant Site Manager

Outdoor Learning Support Assistant

Site Agent

Job brief:

An established company based in Sutton-in-Ashfield, that is continuing to grow year on year, are looking for an experienced Plant Hire Controller to join their team. As the Plant Hire Controller, you will play an integral role in a fast-paced environment.

Duties will include:

Sourcing items of plant from suppliers
Raising of PO’s
Cost control and management to pre agreed rates
Queries based on orders placed if any
Controlling internal live hire report
On hire and off hire off plant
Assisting main procurement department when necessary

The ideal Candidate should have:
Excellent, communication skills
Negotiating skills
An aptitude for figures and the ability to manage a budget
At minimum of 5 years Plant Hire Controller experience
A background working in a construction or plant hire setting

As the Plant Hire Controller, you will be able to build good relationships with all kinds of people, be persuasive plus willing to make decisions and take responsibility for them. In return you will be offered a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, full time in the office, 7:30am - 5:00pm. You will be offered 21 days holidays plus statutory bank holidays. The company offers free onsite parking, discounted eye tests and a company pension

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Jan 24, 2026

Education

The Skills Gap in UAV Jobs: What Universities Aren’t Teaching

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) — commonly known as drones — are among the fastest-growing technologies globally. From infrastructure inspection and agriculture to emergency response, surveying, logistics and defence, UAVs are transforming how organisations gather data, deliver services and improve efficiency. In the UK, demand for UAV professionals is increasing rapidly. Yet despite a growing number of graduates with engineering, robotics or aerospace backgrounds, employers continue to report a persistent problem: Many graduates are not ready for real UAV jobs. This is not a reflection of intelligence or academic effort. It is a widening skills gap between what universities teach and what employers actually need in the UAV sector. This article explores that gap in depth — what universities do well, where programmes fall short, why the divide exists, what employers actually want, and how jobseekers can bridge the gap to build a successful career in UAVs.

Jan 18, 2026

Jobs Careers

UAV Jobs for Career Switchers in Their 30s, 40s & 50s (UK Reality Check)

UAVs (drones) have moved far beyond hobby flying. In the UK, they are now used every day for surveying, infrastructure inspection, construction progress, environmental monitoring, emergency response, film production, agriculture, offshore work & security. That growth has created a wide range of UAV job opportunities — and many of the most realistic routes into the sector are well suited to career switchers in their 30s, 40s & 50s. This article gives you a straight UK reality check on UAV careers: what roles genuinely exist, what training you really need, how long it takes to become employable, where the money is, what employers actually look for & whether age matters (usually far less than people assume).

Jan 13, 2026

Jobs

How to Write a UAV or Drone Job Ad That Attracts the Right People

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are now used across a wide range of UK industries, including defence, aerospace, surveying, agriculture, energy, emergency services, infrastructure inspection and logistics. As the sector grows, so does demand for skilled UAV professionals — from pilots and engineers to software developers, systems specialists and compliance experts. Yet many employers struggle to attract the right candidates. UAV job adverts often receive either very few applications or a high volume of unsuitable ones. Experienced UAV professionals, meanwhile, regularly ignore adverts that feel vague, unrealistic or disconnected from real operational and regulatory requirements. In most cases, the problem is not a lack of talent — it is the clarity and quality of the job advert. UAV professionals are practical, safety-conscious and detail-oriented. A poorly written job ad signals weak understanding of aviation, regulation or operational reality. A clear, well-written one signals credibility, professionalism and long-term intent. This guide explains how to write a UAV job ad that attracts the right people, improves applicant quality and positions your organisation as a serious employer in the UAV sector.