20 weeks contract role with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across fleet services within a local authority environment.
The role focuses on ensuring full compliance optimising fleet performance managing vehicle lifecycle processes and driving sustainability initiatives.
You will work closely with internal teams external suppliers and senior stakeholders to ensure safe efficient and cost-effective fleet operations.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Ensure full compliance across fleet operations including vehicle safety inspections MOTs and driver documentation.
Develop and implement fleet strategies to minimise downtime and improve performance.
Oversee fleet audits compliance reporting and evidence submissions.
Manage vehicle maintenance servicing and repairs with internal teams and external contractors.
Deliver compliance training toolbox talks and refresher programmes for drivers.
Analyse fleet data and implement reporting frameworks to monitor performance and trends.
Manage budgets control costs and ensure financial efficiency.
Oversee accident reporting insurance claims and risk management processes.
Lead fleet procurement and vehicle replacement programmes.
Drive sustainability initiatives including transition to low-emission vehicles.
Manage driver compliance including licence checks training and performance monitoring.
Oversee grey fleet compliance and driver usage policies.
Implement and manage drug and alcohol testing programmes.
Skills/Experience:
Proven experience in fleet management within a public sector or operational environment.
Strong knowledge of fleet compliance vehicle regulations and health & safety standards.
Experience managing vehicle lifecycle procurement and replacement strategies.
Background in managing external suppliers and service contracts.
Strong data analysis and reporting skills.
Financial management experience including budgeting and cost control.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of sustainability and low-emission fleet initiatives (desirable).
CPC in Road Haulage or Passenger Transport (desirable).
Additional Information:
Bi-Weekly Payments.
Location: Loughborough (50% office-based).
Contract: 20 weeks.
Hours: 37 per week.
Rates: 26.17 Umbrella.
Interview: Short 2030-minute online interview.
Must hold a valid UK driving licence.
Proven experience in fleet management within a public sector or operational environment. Strong knowledge of fleet compliance vehicle regulations and health & safety standards. Experience managing vehicle lifecycle procurement and replacement strategies. Background in managing external suppliers and service contracts. Strong data analysis and reporting skills. Financial management experience including budgeting and cost control. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement. Knowledge of sustainability and low-emission fleet initiatives (desirable). CPC in Road Haulage or Passenger Transport (desirable).
Strong knowledge of fleet compliance vehicle regulations and health & safety standards.
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