Transport Fleet Manager

We are currently seeking a talented and driven individual for the role of Transport Fleet Manager, to work across our busy network in Newark
The role is being offered on a full-time / part-time permanent basis we are very flexible depending on the candidate. However, as you'll be supporting multiple sites and the role is both field and home based, some flexibility is essential - this is logistics after all!
Pay, benefits and more:
You'll be paid a salary of up to £45,000 per annum, you'll also receive 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance., flexible dental insurance plans, a company sponsored pension scheme, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You'll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more! Including our University which provides you the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that you're comfortable with.
What you'll do on a typical day:

Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance of the fleet, resolving technical issues, trouble shooting problems, delivering value for money (cost savings) and ensuring the smooth operation of the fleet and related services

Review vehicle maintenance and servicing schedules, maintaining accurate records of vehicle inspections and services

Conduct thorough vendor audits, DVSA reportable investigations and weekly/monthly fleet damage reporting

Communicate effectively with repairers, customers, management, and internal teams, ensuring all stakeholders are appropriately aware of developments, progress, and changes that may have any impact on the business

Work in conjunction with Transport Managers to achieve a reduction in vehicle damage and cost

What you need to succeed

A technical and supervisory background in HGV vehicle maintenance and compliance, with a thorough knowledge of regulatory compliance in relation to HGV and ancillary equipment

A minimum of Level 3 City and Guilds Mechanical qualification or equivalent

Excellent knowledge of parts, spend cost and labour hours - this will be a large part of your role

A flexible approach to travelling

Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation