Area Manager

Area Manager ACT/NSW

Full Time Position

Based in Canberra Airport ACT or Sydney Airport (Mascot) NSW

Hertz is more than a rental car business. It is a global company proud to dedicate itself to meeting customer needs by offering a wide variety of vehicles and services. Boasting a rich history of significant first steps, ambitious ideas and innovation, Hertz has evolved into the reputable global brand it is today. Our global company includes our other reputable brands of Thrifty, Dollar, Ace and Flexicar. At Hertz we drive a ‘One Team’ culture which means at Hertz you will be exposed to all our different brands and be apart of a global multibrand team. We put people first, drive change and strive to win together. If you share these values, then Hertz is the place for you to achieve your career goals.

To continue our success in the future of car rental, we’re looking for customer focused, high performing Location Manager to join our exceptional team. We provide the keys for you to drive your career!

What are the Perks?

• Profit Sharing Program 

• Generous discounts on our brands

• Employee Car Sales Program 

• Car Leasing Program

• On-site Airport Parking

• Additional days leave per annum 

• A focus on sustainability

• Targeted charity partnerships

• Key focus on wellbeing and safety

• WGEA Certified workplace

What is the role all about? 

Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of the retail, financial and operational performance at your given area, including multi-brand. As part of the regional leadership team you will analyse and constantly improve financial performance through capturing all growth opportunities and maintaining low cost levels. Core responsibilities include:

• Lead a team effectively to drive achievement of revenue growth, utilisation & productivity targets

• Deliver continuous improvement of service quality and customer experience

• Manage, develop, and motivate a successful team

• Actively plan and manage resources in line with business demand

• Develop and maintain key customer relationships through exceptional service quality

• Drive operational performance and ensure all internal and external governance requirements 

• Support Multi-brand operations and continually search for areas of opportunity and improvement

What do we need from you?

With previous management experience in a multi-location and/or large volume business, you must also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills

• Strong strategic & commercial acumen

• Significant car rental experience and fleet logistics understanding is highly desirable (although not essential).

• Fiscal responsibility including reading, understanding and being able to positively influence location and region financial performance

• Ability to influence at all levels

• Passionate leader who can inspire, motivate and develop a high performing team

• Effective decision making and analytical skills

• Proven leadership and management experience across multi locations is preferred.

• Solution focused, think on your feet, problem solve autonomously to meet deadlines

What do you get?

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with:

• Competitive salary package

• Fully maintained company vehicle 

• Attractive employee fringe benefits 

• A supportive team environment

• Excellent organisational culture

• Career growth and development opportunities 

At Hertz we pledge to provide a safe and supportive work environment for everyone. We are an inclusive business who welcomes diversity and we encourage applications from all candidates, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.

This is a brilliant opportunity for an individual who is passionate about customer service and has the ability to work collaboratively as a team to achieve targets.

Please note Police Background Checks will be completed for external candidates as part of the Recruitment Process