Fleet Management Lead

Darebin City Council; City of Darebin; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Darebin City Council is seeking a Fleet Management Lead to guide a diverse fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment, delivering safe, reliable and sustainable services to the community. You will lead fleet and workshop operations, drive continuous improvement, and provide strategic advice to management using fleet data for future planning and performance outcomes.

The role combines technical expertise with strong leadership to manage procurement, replacement planning, compliance and risk across

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing fleet and workshop operations.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle, plant and equipment maintenance and lifecycle management.
• Experience leading fleet replacement programs, procurement and tender processes.
• Proven contractor, supplier and stakeholder management capability.
• Sound knowledge of fleet compliance, safety, risk and governance requirements.
• Strong financial, analytical and reporting skills.
• Experience using fleet, asset management and maintenance systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership and relationship-building skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery.
• Experience within local government or a large operational organisation will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing fleet team.
• Oversee fleet maintenance and workshop operations to maximise asset availability, reliability, safety and value for money.
• Manage Council's fleet replacement strategy, procurement activities, tendering processes and supplier relationships.
• Ensure fleet operations comply with legislative, safety, environmental and procurement requirements while proactively managing risks, budgets, contracts and performance outcomes.
• Lead initiatives to improve fleet performance, efficiency and sustainability, including transition to low-emission vehicles and emerging technologies.
• Provide expert technical, operational and strategic advice to management and stakeholders, using fleet data and analysis for informed decision-making and future planning.

Skills

Fleet management

Workshop operations

Asset lifecycle management

Fleet replacement programs

Procurement & tenders

Contractor & stakeholder management

Compliance & risk governance

Financial reporting

Fleet systems

Leadership & communication

Continuous improvement

Local government experience

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

• Lead Darebin's diverse fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment portfolio
• Drive innovation, sustainability and the transition to low-emission fleet solutions
• Influence strategic fleet planning and lifecycle management across a progressive council

Competitive Salary + Flexible Working Arrangements

Join Darebin City Council as our Fleet Management Lead and play a pivotal role in ensuring our fleet is safe, reliable, sustainable and fit for purpose. This is an exciting opportunity to lead fleet and workshop operations, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and influence strategic decisions that support the delivery of essential community services.

You'll combine technical expertise with strategic leadership to manage fleet maintenance, procurement, replacement planning, compliance and performance across a diverse fleet portfolio, while leading a dedicated team and building strong relationships with stakeholders, suppliers and contractors.

About the role:

The Fleet Management Lead provides specialist leadership and end-to-end management of Council's fleet operations, including workshop management, maintenance programs, fleet replacement, procurement, compliance, performance monitoring and lifecycle management.

You will ensure Council's fleet assets remain safe, compliant, available and cost-effective while contributing to strategic planning, sustainability objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will:

Lead and Develop a High-Performing Fleet Team

Lead, support and develop the Fleet Maintenance Team Leader and workshop operations team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Drive Fleet Performance and Operational Excellence

Oversee fleet maintenance and workshop operations to maximise asset availability, reliability, safety and value for money while ensuring effective service delivery outcomes.

Lead Fleet Replacement and Procurement Programs

Manage Council's fleet replacement strategy, procurement activities, tendering processes and supplier relationships to ensure best-value outcomes aligned with operational needs and long-term asset objectives.

Manage Compliance, Risk and Financial Performance

Ensure fleet operations comply with legislative, safety, environmental and procurement requirements while proactively managing risks, budgets, contracts and performance outcomes.

Drive Innovation and Sustainability

Lead initiatives that improve fleet performance, efficiency and sustainability, including the transition towards low-emission vehicles, alternative fuels and emerging technologies.

Provide Strategic Advice and Leadership

Provide expert technical, operational and strategic advice to management and stakeholders, using fleet data and analysis to support informed decision-making and future planning.

About You

You are an experienced fleet professional with strong leadership, operational and commercial skills. You thrive in complex environments and are passionate about delivering safe, efficient and sustainable fleet outcomes.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Bring:

• Demonstrated experience managing fleet and workshop operations
• Strong knowledge of vehicle, plant and equipment maintenance and lifecycle management
• Experience leading fleet replacement programs, procurement and tender processes
• Proven contractor, supplier and stakeholder management capability
• Sound knowledge of fleet compliance, safety, risk and governance requirements
• Strong financial, analytical and reporting skills
• Experience using fleet, asset management and maintenance systems
• Excellent communication, leadership and relationship-building skills
• A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery
• Experience within local government or a large operational organisation will be highly regarded.

Why Darebin?

Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We offer:

• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
• The chance to make a real difference

Applications close on 5 November 2026 at 11:30pm.

Pre-employment Checks

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.

Darebin City Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the traditional owners and custodians of this land and pays respect to their Elders past and present.