Branch Manager

About Us

United Rentals is the world’s largest equipment rental company, operating over 1,600 locations across Australia, New Zealand, North America and Europe. We offer a full range of rental solutions delivering general equipment, shipping containers, trench safety, propping, pumps, and access equipment—backed by quality products, exceptional service, and a team you can rely on.

About the Role

Playing a pivotal part in our business the role of a Branch Manager is to manage the day to day Sales and Operations of our Trench Safety division. Which includes management of staff, workflow, profit and loss, focusing on safety, efficiency, and meeting deadlines by planning maintenance and assigning tasks to relevant line managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing and review of all sales and operations
• Management of staff across sales and operations
• Responsible for United Rental's P&L and financial performance in VIC
• Employee performance reviews, talent management and succession planning
• Maintaining a strong company culture in all branches
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures, quality and HSE systems
• Maintaining close relationships with key customers
• Identifying, tendering and securing project opportunities
• Marketing and business development including client engagement

About You

• 5 years' + working in a similar role
• Strong managerial experience
• Strong sales background essential in dealing with key clients
• Construction, infrastructure or a related market experience essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven knowledge and execution of successful business strategies
• Focused and goal-oriented

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary + super
• Ongoing training and support
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Strong career progression opportunities

United Rentals Benefits

• Income Protection Insurance – Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Employee Resource Groups – Supporting belonging, inclusion, and meaningful impact.
• Work-Life Balance & Perks – Support real balance with perks like wellness days to recharge, study leave for your development, and community service leave to give back.
• We invest in your career growth with financial support for study, professional industry memberships, and strong pathways for internal advancement.
• We support your health and wellbeing with access to AIA Vitality, Embrace and Teladoc services, plus our Employee & Family Assistance Program for confidential care whenever you need it.

“All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory drug and alcohol screening and national police check.”

At United Rentals, we proudly welcome applications from current and former Defense Force members, reservists, and their families.