Job description

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 20–30-minute online interview.

• Must hold a valid UK driving licence.