Role: Plant and Fleet Manager
Location: Seaham or Manchester
Company: L3 Optics Ltd
Salary: £40,000
The Package:
* 31 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays.
* Your birthday off.
Reporting Directly to:
* Head of Commercial
* Head of HSEQ
Fleet Manager Responsibilities:
* Direct, coordinate, plan, and oversee transport activities within the organisation.
* Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company targets.
* Develop and implement a preventative maintenance programme for the fleet.
* Manage the vehicle management system, including vehicle checks and maintenance records.
* Hire specialist vehicles as required.
* Ensure all vehicles are insured, taxed, and have valid MOTs.
* Organise specialist vehicle inspections (e.g., LOLER).
* Assist with placement of company vehicles.
* Manage vehicle services, MOTs, repairs, and maintenance.
* Work with suppliers for repair and maintenance deals.
* Manage new fleet requests and vehicle handovers.
* Oversee vehicle off-hire and on-hire processes.
* Collaborate with Procurement on off-hire charges and repair costs.
* Install and manage vehicle tracking systems.
* Conduct weekly vehicle checks and monitor fleet condition.
* Resolve transport-related issues.
* Maintain compliance records and liaise with drivers regarding updates.
* Support vehicle and driver management.
* Collaborate on O licence with HSE/Commercial.
* Ensure driver and operator records are current.
* Conduct RTI investigations and liaise with HSE.
* Identify non-compliance activities and escalate to management.
* Ensure compliance of delivery paperwork and documentation.
* Keep asset registers up to date.
Plant Manager Responsibilities:
* Manage hiring and off-hiring of plant for projects.
* Oversee plant hire, invoicing queries, and damage assessments.
* Obtain quotes to support procurement.
* Assist with purchasing company-owned plant, tagging, and issuing.
* Ensure plant is operational and organise repairs as needed.
What we need from you:
* Full UK driving licence.
* Proven track record in fleet management, including specialist vehicles.
* Strong knowledge of plant and equipment.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
* Strong team building, organisational, and motivational skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft 365 programs.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
* Overtime
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
* Plant & Fleet Management: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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