4 - 5 Month Contract With A Local Authority

To oversee and manage the council’s fleet operations, ensuring full compliance with legal and safety standards, while delivering cost-effective and efficient vehicle lifecycle management across all services.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure fleet compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and health & safety requirements.
  
• Manage the full vehicle lifecycle, including procurement, maintenance, replacement strategies, and disposal.
  
• Monitor and control fleet-related budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and value for money.
  
• Oversee and manage contracts with external suppliers, ensuring service delivery meets agreed standards.
  
• Maintain accurate fleet records, compliance documentation, and reporting systems.
  
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with fleet operations, implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Analyse data and performance metrics to inform decision-making and optimise fleet performance.
  
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and departments to support operational needs.
  
• Produce reports and provide expert advice on fleet management and compliance matters.
  

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in fleet management and compliance.
  
• Proven experience managing vehicle lifecycle costs and replacement programmes.
  
• Experience managing external suppliers and contracts.
  
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  
• Confident working with data, systems, and compliance documentation.
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including report writing.
  
• Proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement.
  
• Understanding of health & safety requirements (qualification desirable).
  
• CPC in Road Haulage or Passenger Transport Operations (desirable).
  
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
  
• Ability to travel across the borough as required.
  

Additional Information

• Location: Loughborough - Borough-wide (travel required)
  
• Hours: 37 Hours Per Week
  
• Pay: Bi-weekly payments