Job summary Providing positive, inspirational and highly visible leadership supporting and promoting the Trust's vision and values by being a role model while managing the Trust's Fleet and Equipment functions and supporting wider directorate work.This requires a clear demonstration of effective and appropriate behaviours in both day-to-day operations and in high risk, difficult and distressing situations; being flexible by demonstrating appropriate leadership styles and adapting communications to match the situation and audience. This role will require a hands on approach working with the Head of Fleet and Equipment and Deputy Head of Fleet and Equipment. To ensure performance measures and KPI's are achieved and operational performance is maintained to ensure that the Fleet service team continue to evolve and develop. Developing new working practices engaging in strategic future development and improvement of our Fleet services. Main duties of the job In this role you will be expected to conduct a variety of duties that will bring you into contact with a range of stakeholders. You will have a visual presence at all of the Service Centres within the area, supporting all staff within the workshop. You will also be holding regular performance & budget meetings and conducting Health and Safety audits. There are exciting opportunities to be involved in various projects within the Fleet Department. For example, planning, development and the design of new vehicles and equipment. Most importantly, you will lead and inspire teams of people, assisting in developing positive cultures in line with Trust values and behaviours. You will be required to carry out investigations if required and produce various reports and route cause analysis covering highly complex technical information across a variety of situations and across the range of Fleet and Equipment services. Also having the ability to problem solve across a range of areas is paramount, actively seeking solutions to complex and individual issues. The expectation is for you to work with multi-disciplined teams to continuously develop and evolve productive and efficient ways of working that contribute to department development. You will be supporting the Head and Deputy Head of Fleet & Equipment in a range of high-level dynamic tasks that will mean no two days are the same. About us Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day. We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core. The role is based in Exeter, one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England, with excellent transport links and a great mix of independent shops, cafes and bars. If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you. In return we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role. You will have opportunities to progress to roles across the Trust and enjoy continuous professional development. Benefits Competitive NHS salary A standard working week of 37.5 hours Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working Generous Pension Scheme Career and salary progression Car leasing scheme Free parking across Trust sites Staff networks Wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year / per annum plus unsocial hours payment Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 202-6759260 Job locations Fleet HQ 13-15 Kestrel Way Business Park, Kestrel Way, Sowton Exeter EX2 7JS Job description Job responsibilities For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification. Job description Job responsibilities For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in a relevant subject or relevant experience Holds or working towards high Managerial qualifications or relevant experience Full driving license Holds or working towards a Health and Safety qualification or prepared to work towards Qualifications held in a relevant subject Desirable Membership of a relevant professional body C1 driving license Holds high level qualifications in Engineering experience Experience Essential Extensive previous people management experience and ability to lead teams of multi-disciplined staff Experience in the management of Budgets and controlling expenditure Highly developed specialist knowledge in area of expertise Desirable Previous NHS management experience Vehicle/Vehicle preparation/Medical device experience NHS ambulance service experience Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in a relevant subject or relevant experience Holds or working towards high Managerial qualifications or relevant experience Full driving license Holds or working towards a Health and Safety qualification or prepared to work towards Qualifications held in a relevant subject Desirable Membership of a relevant professional body C1 driving license Holds high level qualifications in Engineering experience Experience Essential Extensive previous people management experience and ability to lead teams of multi-disciplined staff Experience in the management of Budgets and controlling expenditure Highly developed specialist knowledge in area of expertise Desirable Previous NHS management experience Vehicle/Vehicle preparation/Medical device experience NHS ambulance service experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Address Fleet HQ 13-15 Kestrel Way Business Park, Kestrel Way, Sowton Exeter EX2 7JS Employer's website https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)