* To book in and handle external workshop related jobs for planned and unplanned maintenance, MOT's Tacho calibrations etc. for fleet trucks and trailers in-line with operational requirements and ensure all manufacturers parameters are adhered to.
* Give regular updates on work in progress to the traffic operations.
* Raise and log jobs onto the Group Freeway System and finalise PO's.
* Liaise and book work with external workshops and inform operations on when the vehicle will be unavailable from and to.
* Dealing with external suppliers and negotiating best value for money.
* Provision of suitable and recognised maintenance contractors for the fleet.
* Gather inspection sheets, tacho calibrations, MOT certificates and any other related compliance paperwork and send on to the central fleet admin team.
* Record and administer defect reports.
* Co-ordinate and monitor roadside breakdowns including: refrigeration, tyres, tail-lifts and any other ancillary equipment.
* Provide advice to drivers and operators in regard to maintenance solutions with a view to minimising vehicle off road time.
* Provide technical support to other team members and customers.
Knowledge of HGV's ideally from previous experience from a workshop or dealership or a similar environment.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Experience in supplier management and cost control.
* Be passionate about providing excellent customer service.
* Confident, polite and works well in a team.
* Computer literate in MS Word/Excel and Outlook.
* Ability to work to deadlines and under own initiative.
Salary for Fleet Advisor is £27,000pa to £30,000pa, depending on experience.
* Hours of work are Monday to Friday 08:00hrs to 17:30hrs and 1 in 5 Saturdays 08:00hrs - 12:00hrs, although flexibility may be required.
* Additional holiday purchasing scheme
* Retail discounts with Hapi
* Retail Trust Wellbeing Support
* Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
* Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
* Life assurance, pension and sickness scheme
* Christmas Savings Club
* Black Circle Tyre Discount