Fleet Management Lead

Darebin City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

Darebin City Council is seeking a Fleet Management Lead to oversee a diverse fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment, drive sustainability, and influence strategic lifecycle decisions. You will lead fleet maintenance, procurement, and replacement planning while maintaining safety, compliance and cost-efficiency.

The role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership, guiding a dedicated team and partnering with stakeholders to deliver reliable, sustainable fleet services for the

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.
• Drive fleet performance and operational excellence.
• Lead fleet replacement and procurement programs.
• Manage compliance, risk and financial performance.
• Drive innovation and sustainability.
• Provide strategic advice and leadership.

Skills

Fleet management

Leadership

Procurement & tendering

Compliance & safety

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Tools

Asset management systems

Maintenance scheduling 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

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.