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Our client is a leading FMCG Distribution business, currently recruiting for a National Fleet Manager at their head office in Lancaster.
As National Fleet Manager, you will ensure that the Company's Distribution and Vehicle Fleet operation is legal & compliant, organised, monitored, and controlled efficiently.
The National Fleet Engineering Manager is accountable for a National Fleet of over 150 vehicles and 160 trailers with a 24/7, 365 days operation; therefore, a flexible approach to hours will be required.
Duties of the National Fleet Manager include but are not limited to: Leading, managing, and motivating a team, including managing attendance, productivity, and conduct.Setting and monitoring achievement of team KPIs for National Fleet Operations.Building a fleet and customer-focused team environment.Training, coaching, counseling, and appraising staff on an ongoing basis.Improving existing and further developing office-based work processes and procedures.Monitoring and minimising all areas of costs by receiving and inputting data efficiently and applying strict controls on all expenditure in line with set budgetary targets.Formulating professional working relationships with all suppliers.Monitoring Distribution Department policies and procedures relating to vehicle maintenance and maximising vehicle utilisation.Consistently monitoring OCRS maintenance system to identify strengths and weaknesses within the vehicle maintenance operation.Maintaining all legalities, Health & Safety, and HACCP controls in accordance with rules and procedures within the Vehicle Maintenance Department.Ensuring adequate staffing and contractor levels to maintain the Company standards and legal obligations throughout the vehicle maintenance operation.Planning for variations in trading periods and ensuring any additional costs/hours are requested and authorised.Overseeing the investigation of all accidents/defects and taking action as appropriate, ensuring that any suspicious incidents are reported to the Directors and Operational Management.Regularly auditing the National Fleet to ensure compliance with legal requirements.Representing the National Fleet department at meetings.Managing and implementing change as required to ensure legal compliance across the National Fleet.The Ideal Candidate for National Fleet Manager: Excellent knowledge of EU legislation, VOSA & DVSA regulations.Experience managing external 3rd party contracts.Procurement of vehicles and trailers / Tenders for suppliers.Recognised Apprenticeship in HGV Mechanics (e.g., City & Guilds).Developing current and ongoing Apprentices and Apprenticeships.Technical ability to understand, support, and diagnose vehicle defects/problems.Experience of IRTE and Scania working procedures and systems/processes.Leadership in processes to ensure Audit status is maintained.Significant experience with a Warehouse & Transport Tanker Operation.In-depth knowledge of the legal framework around Transport Operations and working times.Experience managing budgets.Waste and sustainability knowledge (advantageous).Professional manner with excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience leading and managing a multisite team.Apply now for immediate consideration! This is a fantastic opportunity – we look forward to your application. Salary: £38,000 to £40,000 Per Annum Job Title: Transport Management & related, Transport Managers Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Avonmouth
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