Please note: this is a 6 fixed-term contract
Please note: this position is only available to candidates employed within Transport for Wales. If you are not eligible to apply for this position, your application will not be considered.
Equal Opportunities
At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. We’re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.
Who we are
At Transport for Wales, we’re on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that’s rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we’re all facing.
We’re an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we’ve made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.
Role responsibilities
Transport for Wales is seeking a highly organised and proactive Road Vehicle & Estates Support Manager to lead the delivery of key services within our Customer Estates Function. Reporting to the Customer Estates Contracts Performance Manager, you’ll take full ownership of our pool vehicle fleet ensuring regulatory compliance, strategic provision across the business, and effective budget management.
You will also be responsible for general purchasing, organisational support, and contribution to fleet-related projects and policy development. You’ll be a key player in stakeholder engagement, maintaining robust communication and practical service delivery across internal functions.
1. Ensure all company drivers meet licensing requirements and vehicle operations align with regulatory and internal safety standards.
2. Oversee vehicle tracking, maintenance, procurement, inspections, and fuel usage across a fleet with a £0.5m annual budget.
3. Promote clear communication and service accessibility across internal functions within Customer Estates.
4. Research industry standards to implement cost-effective, high-quality solutions and purchasing strategies aligned with Welsh Government
5. Assist in contract delivery, consumable management, KPI tracking, and budget oversight to enable continuous improvement.
6. Develop contingency plans to mitigate risks from seasonal, operational, or external disruptions affecting train operations.
Who we’re looking for
7. Strong technical knowledge of fleet operations, vehicle compliance, estates management, and the network
8. Able to problem-solve and adapt to changing circumstances using sound judgement and broad principles to deliver effective results
9. Experience working to policies, procedures, and standards
10. Analytical and presentation skills
11. Confident decision-maker
Welsh Language Skills
The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.
Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.