London Hire Limited

Vehicle Valeter

London Hire Limited  •  £13/hr  •  Erith, GB (Onsite)  •  20 hours ago
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Job Description

Vehicle Valeter

Department: Rental

Employment Type: Zero Hours

Location: Erith

Reporting To: Rental Manager

Compensation: £13.85 / hour

The main purpose of this role is the preparation of vehicles for London hire, inspection of new vehicles to site and general duties in connection with the London Hire Fleet of vehicles.
To ensure that all vehicles are thoroughly prepared for ongoing rental in terms of cleanliness, levels, and tyre pressures, paying attention to any pre or post rental damage as part of the quality inspection process.

Key Responsibilities

1. Preparing vehicles for delivery to customers, ensuring that:
  • Correct documentation is available,
  • Vehicle is in a clean condition (internally and externally).
  • Vehicle is checked for any defects
  • Check correct safety equipment and seating is installed
2. Checking in new vehicles:
  • Check that the correct documentation has been supplied with the vehicle.
  • Check the vehicle complies with the specification shown on the “New Vehicle Acceptance Sheet”.
3. Checking in and inspect vehicles being returned from hire.

4. Ensure all vehicles that are collected or returned by the customers are recorded in the daily diary and documentation is completed.
  • Working to set timeframes and targets to ensure vehicles are ready in time for customer collection.
5. Carry out minor repairs and visual checks:
  • Fluid levels
  • Tyres
6. Clean vehicles as required prior to delivery.
7. Liaise with visiting contractors, ensuring that they are aware of the site safety rules.
8. Arrange for defective equipment to be repaired.

9. Ensure all equipment issued to you is used and maintained in accordance with instructions, Health and Safety rules and regulations.
Vehicle Yard
  • Carry out regular inspections of the yard and ensure that it is tidied daily, and all debris is removed.
  • Report any defects or health and safety issues in the vehicle yard to a Manager, completing a site defect report as required
  • Carry out daily check of equipment to ensure that it is working correctly, log any defects and arrange for repairs where necessary.
  • Compile a weekly yard list of vehicles for the Yard Supervisor.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Deliver world class customer service
  • Self-motivation with the ability to work as part of a team.
  • The ability to multi-task.

Benefits

  • Bereavement leave
  • Company events
  • Free on-site parking
  • Access to our Employee Assurance Programme.
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme

London Hire Limited

About London Hire Limited

London Hire Group of Companies specialises in delivering tailored vehicle rental solutions to the public sector, businesses, and charitable organisations.

Our comprehensive fleet supports both short-term and long-term contract hire requirements, ranging from small passenger vehicles and light commercial units to PTS ambulances, accessible transport solutions, and specialist vehicles such as alternative fuel models and road sweepers.

At the core of our operations is a consistent ethos built on three key principles: Service, Building Relationships, and Innovation.

These values guide every aspect of our work, ensuring we deliver reliable, efficient, and forward-thinking transport solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Erith, GB
Year Founded
1983
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