Group Fleet Manager

Group Fleet Manager Luxury Lodge Group Nairobi Kenya

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Group Fleet Manager for a prestigious luxury lodge group based in Nairobi. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and technically skilled professional to oversee a fleet of approximately 120 vehicles across multiple properties ensuring maximum operational efficiency compliance and reliability.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic and day-to-day management of the groups fleet and workshop operations. This role requires a hands-on leader with extensive fleet management experience strong mechanical knowledge and the ability to lead technical teams while maintaining the highest operational standards across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Management

• Oversee the management and performance of a fleet of approximately 120 vehicles across multiple properties
  
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programmes to maximise vehicle availability and minimise downtime
  
• Maintain accurate fleet records including servicing licensing insurance and vehicle allocation
  
• Monitor vehicle utilisation fuel consumption and operating costs
  
• Coordinate vehicle allocation and scheduling with property management teams
  
• Ensure all vehicles comply with road traffic legislation licensing and roadworthiness requirements
  
• Investigate vehicle incidents accidents and breakdowns implementing corrective measures where necessary
  
• Advise senior management on vehicle replacement cycles fleet expansion and procurement strategies
  
• Produce regular fleet performance and cost management reports
  

Workshop Management

• Oversee the daily operations of the central workshop ensuring repairs and maintenance are completed efficiently and to a high standard
  
• Recruit lead mentor and develop workshop personnel
  
• Establish and maintain workshop standard operating procedures and best practices
  
• Conduct regular inspections of workshops across the portfolio to ensure compliance with operational standards
  
• Ensure accurate vehicle fault diagnosis and quality workmanship
  
• Manage workshop parts consumables and inventory control
  
• Maintain detailed service histories and job card records for all vehicles
  
• Prepare and manage workshop budgets while identifying cost-saving opportunities
  
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to source quality parts and services
  
• Ensure workshop equipment tools and PPE are maintained and securely managed
  
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and ensure compliance with health safety and environmental regulations
  

General Responsibilities

• Build strong working relationships with operational teams across all properties
  
• Maintain high standards of health safety and housekeeping
  
• Produce accurate operational and financial reports
  
• Support operational requirements across the group as needed
  
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability within a multi-property operation
  
• Lead by example while maintaining a professional proactive and solutions-focused approach
  

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Fleet Management or a related field
  
• Proven experience managing a large vehicle fleet within hospitality tourism logistics or a similar industry
  
• Strong workshop management and mechanical knowledge
  
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams
  
• Excellent budgeting cost control and financial reporting skills
  
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance programmes
  
• Knowledge of vehicle compliance licensing and roadworthiness regulations
  
• Excellent organisational planning and administrative skills
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
  
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and manage multiple priorities
  
• Proactive self-motivated and committed to maintaining the highest operational standards
  

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced fleet management professional to join a respected luxury hospitality group playing a key role in ensuring the safe efficient and reliable operation of a large vehicle fleet across multiple remote properties. Candidates with strong leadership ability technical expertise and a passion for operational excellence are encouraged to apply.