Fleet and Compliance Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the events industry is seeking a Fleet and Compliance Manager based in North Leeds. This role involves overseeing vehicle operations, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting event readiness. Ideal candidates will have proven fleet management experience, strong knowledge of transport regulations, and excellent organizational skills, contributing to high-profile projects within a creative team environment.

Benefits

Holiday perks!

Free Parking

Company pension

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fleet management and compliance.
• Knowledge of transport legislation and vehicle safety.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the fleet, ensuring compliance.
• Maintain accurate vehicle records and conduct audits.
• Collaborate with teams to plan fleet availability for events.

Skills

Fleet management

Compliance

Transport legislation

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Full UK Driving Licence (CPC License)

Tools

Fleet management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Our client, in the events industry is looking for a permanent Fleet and Compliance Manager to join their team based in North Leeds. We’re looking for a proactive and experienced candidate to take ownership of the vehicle operations and ensure our client is staying ahead of industry standards and regulations.

In this role you will be responsible for overseeing the company’s fleet of vehicles, ensuring full legal compliance, minimising downtime, and supporting operational readiness for high-profile events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the company’s fleet, including HGVs, vans, and support vehicles.
• Ensure full compliance with DVSA, FORS, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vehicle records, maintenance logs, and inspection reports.
• Schedule and oversee regular servicing, MOTs, tachograph analysis, and driver checks.
• Act as primary point of contact for all fleet-related matters including roadside incidents.
• Investigate accidents and liaise with the fleet insurance policy providers
• Conduct internal audits and work closely with third-party compliance bodies.
• Collaborate with project and logistics teams to plan fleet availability for live events.
• Deliver regular driver briefings and training, promoting safety and best practices.
• Assist in the procurement and disposal of fleet vehicles, tracking lifecycle and costs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in fleet management and compliance.
• Previous experience in plant/agricultural or vehicle repair environment. Flat Trailer experience (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation, vehicle safety, and fleet technologies.
• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Great communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Competent with fleet management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Full UK Driving Licence ( CPC License).

Company Offers:

• Be part of an innovative and respected events company with a great reputation
• Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.30pm
• Holiday perks!
• Free Parking
• Company pension
• A supportive, creative, and hands-on team environment
• Career development opportunities

Due to the amount of response we receive, unfortunately we are not able to give feedback to individuals, if you have not heard back within 5 days please assume that you have not been successful for the role you have applied for. By applying to this advertisement, you are hereby giving consent for Jo Holdsworth Recruitment to hold your details for a 30 day period and contact you via any method of contact you have listed on your application. (Jo Holdsworth Recruitment - Recruitment Agency)