Job Description
4 - 5 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Job Purpose
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
Requirements
Previous experience as an estate cleaner General education qualification (desirable) UK driving licence