Eddison's are a leading firm of Chartered Surveyors, working in fast moving and dynamic markets across the UK. Established in 1844 and operating from over thirty offices throughout the UK, our people deliver expert advice and a comprehensive range of professional services to property owners and occupiers, businesses, and financial institutions. We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver highly effective and innovative solutions for our clients.
This role sits within our Plant & Machinery Division who specialise in the valuation and sale of industrial plant & machinery, commercial and retail stock, motor vehicles etc
Assets are sold both within the UK and overseas and this job holder will assist in preparing goods for sale. More specifically:
To undertake the preparation of auctions and sales, both in-house and offsite
To assist the Directors in valuing assets and compiling inventories
To co-ordinate the logistics of moving goods from site to site
To support and contribute to the growth of the Eddison’s business
Key Responsibilities
Prepare assets for sale, listing and cataloguing as appropriate, mainly offsite
Recognise the value of assets
Establish the suitability of assets for sale
Direct onsite staff, including contractors, when required, to ensure that projects are completed to the appropriate standard and within agreed timescales
Communicate with Clients ensuring they are appraised of progress, as required
Compile inventories of assets
Prepare goods for removal including palletising and parcels
Prepare comprehensive removal plans for the movement of goods from site to site
Plan and co-ordinate the timely removal of assets from site for delivery as appropriate
Facilitate the collection of goods in house and onsite
Plan and facilitate the clearance of sites including disposal of relevant items as per guidelines, to the appropriate standard and within agreed timescales
Effectively control costs within projects, adhering to budgets
Recognise ‘out of scope’ work and be able to recommend solutions
Recognise and introduce new business opportunities
Adhere to all Health & Safety policies
Job Requirements
Good knowledge of plant & machinery and logistics
Excellent standard of written and verbal communication
Sound planning and organisational skills with an eye for attention to detail
Capable of solving problems using initiative
Self-motivated and a strong team player
Ability to work independently and with minimal structure whilst exercising great judgement
Flexible with the ability to work away from home for periods and at short notice
Full, clean Driving Licence
Passport
Forklift Licence an advantage, although training can be provided
NEBOSH qualification an advantage. If this is not held, the applicant will be expected to study for this, which will be paid for by the company
This role will involve manual work