Part-time considered at 30 hours per week at £26,250 - £28,500 per annum.
Are you ready to take the wheel and drive excellence in fleet management? Join our dynamic team as a Fleet Manager, where you’ll oversee and optimise a diverse fleet of cars and vans, including owned, leased, and rented vehicles. Your pivotal role will involve sourcing and procuring new vehicles, managing their disposal, and maintaining high service levels across the business. You'll ensure our fleet operates efficiently and cost-effectively, analysing data and producing insightful reports to inform strategic decisions. With responsibilities that include budget management, regulatory compliance, and leading a team of drivers, you'll have the opportunity to propose innovative solutions, such as integrating greener vehicles to reduce our carbon footprint, significantly impacting our operational efficiency and sustainability. If you're passionate about logistics, leadership, and driving positive change, we look forward to welcoming you to our team!
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
Core Responsibilities
1. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the fleet operates in line with all relevant legislation and regulations.
2. Budget Management: Maintain and optimise the fleet budget, focusing on cost efficiency.
3. Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyse fleet data and provide actionable reports to the Director of Shared Services.
4. Demand Projection: Predict ongoing demand for cars and vans to meet business needs.
5. Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts and service agreements with suppliers, seeking the best value vehicles.
6. Sustainability Initiatives: Analyse the fleet’s carbon footprint and propose opportunities to integrate greener vehicles.
7. Tender Management: Run tenders, evaluate bids and make commercially sound recommendations.
8. Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with current and new suppliers.
9. Due Diligence: Ensure procurement sources are secure and sustainable.
10. Fleet Renewal: Manage a rolling renewal program for vehicle replacement and disposal.
11. Hire Management: Oversee the on/off hire process, ensuring damages/losses are recovered.
12. Fuel Card Management: Collaborate with the Finance team to manage fuel cards and maintain accurate records.
13. Cost Tracking: Use software to support detailed records of fleet costs in coordination with the Finance Team.
14. Driver Support: Address driver queries promptly and effectively.
15. Telematics Monitoring: Ensure trackers are fitted on all vehicles and monitor fleet utilisation.
16. Insurance Interface: Manage interactions with our insurance provider to handle claims efficiently and minimise losses.
17. Service Response: Ensure timely vehicle maintenance and servicing to reduce downtime.
18. Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of vehicle inspections, services, faults, and driver behaviours.
19. Collaboration with People Team: Work with The People Team to recover damages and fines when necessary.
Environmental Responsibilities
You will conduct thorough risk assessments for individuals and ensure compliance with all general health and safety protocols. This involves a detailed evaluation of potential hazards, implementing measures to mitigate risks, and documenting your findings, in compliance with New Forest Care Policy and Procedures.
Data Protection
Ensure all aspects of the role comply with Data Protection and GDPR, considering third-party risks, cyber threats, and data security.
Additional Duties
Be prepared to undertake additional duties or projects as assigned by the directors or line manager.
Safeguarding
Familiarise yourself with our Safeguarding Policy, ensuring you understand and comply with all its requirements. This is essential to protect the welfare and safety of the children in our care. Regularly review and stay updated on safeguarding procedures, actively participating in any necessary training or briefings.
In return we can offer:
20. Competitive salary
21. Comprehensive induction training
22. Regular in-house train for all staff to support their role
23. Funded professional qualifications
24. Recommend-a-friend
25. Discretionary Manager and Peer rewards – Amazon vouchers/monetary reward
26. Company Sick Pay Scheme
27. Workplace Pension Scheme
28. Rewards Gateway benefit scheme
29. On-site parking
30. Enhanced DBS covered
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our fleet operations while driving sustainability and efficiency. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for logistics and sustainability, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be a key player in our mission to streamline and green our fleet.
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
New Forest Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
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