Equipment Hire Manager

We're looking for a dynamic Equipment Hire Manager to lead our clients Equipment Hire & Service department to ensure operational excellence. This is a highly visible role and responsible for a small and well-established team.
As a leading provider of pipeline solutions across Australia our client takes pride in offering premium products, reliable equipment, and industry-leading expertise.

The Equipment Hire Manager oversees the end-to-end operations of the Equipment Hire & Service department. You'll lead a high-performing team of technicians, manage hire processes, maintain compliance and safety, and drive continuous improvement across systems and inventory. This is a key leadership role that requires a proactive, hands-on professional with strong technical knowledge and people management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

• Champion a culture of safety across your team and operations.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and lead incident response and reporting.
• Manage contractor and visitor safety protocols.

Quality Assurance

• Uphold ISO9001, company and customer standards.
• Lead quality investigations and audits.
• Understand standards relevant to poly welding and fittings fabrication.

Team Leadership

• Lead by example with high emotional intelligence and adherence to company values.
• Develop KPIs, ensure clear role definition, and foster a collaborative, accountable team culture.
• Maintain strong communication and cross-department collaboration.

Process Improvement

• Drive Lean methodology and principles across the department.
• Champion systematic process enhancements and a continuous improvement mindset.

Equipment Hire Management

• Oversee equipment transactions, hire processes, and customer service.
• Manage invoicing, documentation, and coordination with stakeholders.
• Lead MSC hire and service systems, ensuring team compliance with inspections and tracking.

Inventory & Logistics

• Coordinate and manage inventory of equipment and spare parts.
• Oversee transport coordination and safe equipment movement.
• Ensure supply availability and accurate system records.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in a hire, logistics, or technical services environment
• Strong understanding of equipment maintenance and hire systems
• Commitment to safety, quality, and process excellence
• Ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Experience with continuous improvement practices
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills

Why Join?

• Be part of a respected, forward-thinking company with a strong team culture.
• Make a direct impact on operations, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Opportunities for growth and leadership within a national framework.

 


At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.