Hire Desk Operative

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Place, Highways Department seek to recruit a highly motivated individual to work as Hire Desk Operative in Highways Operations.

The role of the Hire Desk Operative is to provide a high quality and effective support service to operational managers and supply chain partners, coordinating hire and off-hire activities across the service whilst ensuring compliance with EU, National and Local Authority procurement and financial regulations.

Proven literacy and numeracy skills are essential as is finance or operational experience and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. You should be self-motivated and willing to adopt a flexible approach to meet priorities and deadlines. Well-developed IT skills and an excellent working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite are required.

The successful applicant will have excellent communication, and interpersonal skills and be capable of dealing with contacts at all levels including senior managers and leaders, other Council departments, internal and external supply chain partners, operational, business and commercial colleagues.  They will have a can do attitude, adopt a continuous improvement approach to processes and demonstrate an ability to take initiative in the development of the hire desk function. 

This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to contribute to the service in a tangible way as an integral part of a team who are driving real improvements across business and operational functions.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.