Coordinator Fleet And Operations Centre

Council Jobs; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Job summary

Manningham Council is seeking a Coordinator Fleet and Operations Centre to lead fleet and operations centre services, including asset management, stores, procurement and contract management, with budget oversight and continuous improvement. You will guide a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient and sustainable delivery aligned with council objectives.

Ideal candidates will have proven leadership, experience in fleet/operations within a complex organisation, strong stakeholder

Qualifications

• Experience leading fleet, operations centre or operational services within a complex organisation.
• Proven leadership with focus on health, safety, wellbeing, performance and team development.
• Experience developing and implementing service plans, managing competing priorities and delivering efficient, sustainable and customer-focused outcomes.
• Knowledge of fleet management, procurement, contract management, financial management, compliance and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Council's fleet and operations centre services, including fleet asset management, stores and inventory, procurement, contract management, budget oversight and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of safety, wellbeing, accountability and high performance.
• Drive operational excellence through strategic planning, financial stewardship and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Fleet management

Procurement

Contract management

Budget oversight

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

• Band 8 ($132,000to $148,000) + 12% Superannuation

Lead fleet and operations centre services that keep our city moving safely, efficiently and sustainably.

• Lead Council's fleet and operations centre services, including fleet management, stores and inventory, procurement, contract management and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of safety, wellbeing, accountability and high performance.
• Drive operational excellence through strategic planning, financial stewardship and stakeholder engagement, delivering reliable services that support organisational and community outcomes.

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

We provide challenging and rewarding employment opportunities to innovative, passionate and driven people. We have a positive and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the role

As the Coordinator Fleet and Operations Centre, you will lead Council's fleet and operations centre services, including fleet asset management, stores and inventory, procurement, contract management, budget oversight and continuous improvement. The role provides leadership to a multidisciplinary team while ensuring safe, efficient and sustainable service delivery that supports organisational objectives.

Skills and experience

• Experience leading fleet, operations centre or operational services within a complex organisation.
• Proven leadership experience with a strong focus on health, safety, wellbeing, performance and team development.
• Experience developing and implementing service plans, managing competing priorities and delivering efficient, sustainable and customer-focused outcomes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to manage risk and resolve complex operational issues.
• Knowledge of fleet management, procurement, contract management, financial management, compliance and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, supported by a relevant tertiary qualification or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.

Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section: Job Vacancies

Applications close on Sunday 22 November 2026 at 11:45pm.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.