Fleet, Asset & Commissioning Leader — Flexible Working

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Up to 29 days annual leave (pro rata)

Flexible working options

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The Fleet, Asset and Commissioning Manager role within Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service, part of Suffolk County Council, leads fleet strategy, asset management and commissioning. You will shape service vehicles and equipment provision, drive procurement, mentor teams, and influence frontline delivery to keep communities safe.

Based at Phoenix House/Martlesham, you will work with regional networks and senior stakeholders, managing budgets and exploring innovative solutions to ensure compliance and

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification (Level 6/7) or equivalent, engineering or motor vehicle qualifications 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop vehicle and equipment specifications and manage procurement and contract processes for the capital replacement programme.
• Lead and support teams based at Phoenix House and Anson Road, Martlesham, fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment.
• Represent Fleet Services at strategic forums, including Programme Boards and Continuous Improvement Boards.
• Build relationships with regional and national TOG networks to share knowledge and implement best practice.
• Provide expert advice and solutions on fleet-related matters influencing service-wide decisions.
• Manage projects from conception to delivery, ensuring objectives, budgets and timescales are met.
• Monitor and report revenue and capital budgets, ensuring procurement projects deliver value for money.
• Drive innovation by exploring emerging technologies to enhance fleet capability and compliance.
• Collaborate with operational and corporate teams to support service delivery.
• Inspire, mentor and develop colleagues to support the team and wider Fire and Rescue Service.

Skills

Leadership experience

Procurement knowledge

Project delivery

Budget management

Driving licence

Education

Degree level qualification (Level 6/7)

Engineering or motor vehicle qualifications desirable

Job description

The Fleet, Asset and Commissioning Manager role within Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service, part of Suffolk County Council, leads fleet strategy, asset management and commissioning. You will shape service vehicles and equipment provision, drive procurement, mentor teams, and influence frontline delivery to keep communities safe.

Based at Phoenix House/Martlesham, you will work with regional networks and senior stakeholders, managing budgets and exploring innovative solutions to ensure compliance and