Fleet Manager

Bilston, West Midlands
MET Recruitment UK Ltd
Fleet Manager Permanent Bilston Negotiable Salary (DOE)

What s on offer:

• Monday to Friday 7am 4pm Saturday 8am 12pm (Flexible)
• On call 24/7 to drivers for breakdowns etc.
• Pension scheme
• 28 Days Holiday (including Statutory)

We are currently seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to join our client s well-established and successful business. This is a fantastic opportunity to take charge of the company s transport operations, ensuring they are managed efficiently, cost-effectively, and with the highest level of compliance.

If you have a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to customer service, and a solid understanding of vehicle mechanics and defect severity, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Key Responsibilities:

Fleet

• Running the fleet management system
• Processing defects
• Organising Maintenance & Servicing
• MOT Bookings
• Insurance reporting incident and Damage
• Negotiating maintenance contracts
• Analysing best performing vehicles & products
• FORS vehicles are maintained and documented in line with the specific rules
• Reviewing spend and reporting / providing recommendations on costs savings
• Organising the companies own fitter and ensuring our facility is maintained and operated in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensuring company vehicles are kept clean and fit for use.

Drivers

• Repeated damage to vehicles by drivers
• Drivers not following procedures that fall under fleet compliance (for example not carrying out daily checks)
• Monitoring drivers performance through telematics and implementing positive steps to increase both individual drivers and the overall fleet scores.
• Monitoring cab & vehicle cleanliness and implanting steps to improve with offending drivers.
• Checking driver defect checks and performing their own gate checks on vehicles.
• Challenging driver on unreported damage, investigating and reporting to the transport manager.

Compliance

• Booking, preparing and taking for FORS audits
• Managing the online O licence login
• Assisting in O licence applications and expansions
• General compliance of all vehicles as listed in sections above
• General compliance of all drivers as listed above
• Review and implement, if necessary, H&S processes
• Reviewing spend and reporting / providing recommendations on costs savings

Person specifications:

• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent attention to detail able to spot inconsistencies, errors, or emerging issues before they become problems
• Basic mechanical understanding
• Confident communicator able to professionally challenge drivers about vehicle condition or misuse without causing conflict
• Calm and diplomatic approach
• Organised and proactive
• Customer service mindset
• Reliable and self