Fleet, Asset and Commissioning Manager – Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Martlesham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service is seeking a Fleet, Asset and Commissioning Manager to lead fleet strategy, asset management and commissioning activities. You will develop vehicle specifications, manage procurement, and support the capital replacement programme, while leading teams across Martlesham and collaborating with cross-service forums.

The role requires strong leadership, procurement and budget-management skills, along with a Category C driving licence, to ensure fleet readiness for

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification (Level 6/7) or equivalent.
• Significant leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop teams.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, contract management and project delivery.
• A Category C (Class C) driving licence.
• Experience managing budgets, producing reports and developing departmental plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead on fleet strategy, asset management and commissioning activities.
• Develop vehicle and equipment specifications and manage procurement processes.
• Manage and support teams based at Phoenix House and Anson Road, Martlesham.
• Represent Fleet Services at strategic forums and boards.
• Build relationships with regional and national TOG networks to share best practice.
• Provide expert advice on fleet-related matters to influence service-wide decisions.
• Manage projects from conception to delivery within budgets and timescales.
• Monitor revenue and capital budgets and ensure value for money in procurement.
• Drive innovation by exploring emerging technologies to enhance fleet capability.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement knowledge

Project delivery

Budget management

Driving licence (Category C)

Education

Degree-level qualification (Level 6/7)

Engineering or Motor Vehicle qualifications (HNC/HND) desirable

Job description

Fleet, Asset and Commissioning Manager – Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service

Working closely with colleagues across the Fire and Rescue Service and Suffolk County Council, you will lead on fleet strategy, asset management and commissioning activities, ensuring vehicles and equipment remain fit for purpose, compliant and ready to support emergency response operations whenever needed.

• Developing vehicle and equipment specifications and managing procurement and contract processes to support the Service's capital replacement programme.
• Leading and supporting teams based at Phoenix House and Anson Road, Martlesham, fostering a positive, high-performing and collaborative working environment.
• Representing Fleet Services at strategic forums, including Programme Boards, Continuous Improvement Boards and Workforce Planning meetings.
• Building strong relationships with regional and national Transport Officer Group (TOG) networks to share knowledge, collaborate and implement best practice.
• Providing expert advice, guidance and solutions on all fleet-related matters, influencing service-wide decision-making.
• Managing projects from conception through to delivery, ensuring objectives, budgets and timescales are achieved.
• Monitoring and reporting on revenue and capital budgets, ensuring resources are managed effectively and procurement projects deliver value for money.
• Driving innovation by exploring emerging technologies and opportunities that enhance fleet capability, efficiency and compliance.
• Working closely with operational and corporate teams across the organisation, building effective partnerships to support service delivery.
• Inspiring, mentoring and developing colleagues, using your experience and expertise to support both your team and the wider Fire and Rescue Service.

What you will need

• A degree-level qualification (Level 6/7) or equivalent. Engineering or Motor Vehicle qualifications (HNC/HND) are desirable.
• Significant leadership experience, with the ability to manage, motivate and develop teams.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, contract management and project delivery.
• A Category C (Class C) driving licence.
• Experience managing budgets, producing reports and developing departmental plans.
• A values-driven approach aligned with the NFCC Core Code of Ethics and SCC's WE ASPIRE values.
• A passion for making a difference and supporting the delivery of a safe, effective emergency response for the people of Suffolk.

Contract type: Full Time