Fleet Compliance and Training Officer - WMF3131e

The Cumbria County Council; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Discount schemes

Job summary

Westmorland and Furness Council is recruiting two Fleet Compliance and Training Officers to join a small team delivering in-person and online training for vehicles and classroom-based sessions. Based countywide, the role focuses on fleet compliance, driver training, and supporting procurement and risk management in line with statutory requirements.

Ideally you will have experience in training and compliance within a local authority setting and be able to adapt delivery methods for a varied

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering training and compliance activities.
• Ability to deliver in-person and online training.
• Experience in local authority/public sector is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fleet compliance and training sessions in vehicles and classroom settings.
• Support development of training material and programmes.
• Assist with fleet safety and regulatory compliance tasks.

Skills

Training & compliance

Public sector experience

Delivery planning

Job description

Job reference REQ00000020337 Date posted 28/08/2026 Application closing date 13/09/2026 Location COUNTY-WIDE Salary £36,363 £37,280 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank

Job description

Location: Countywide – Work base to be discussed at interview

Contract Type: x2 Permanent Positions

Hours: 37 per week

About this opportunity

The Fleet Services Team undertakes an essential role to ensure a safe and legal operation of the Council's fleet and the workforce driving on behalf of the organisation. This assists in ensuring that the Council is able to fulfil its legal and moral obligations with respect to theprovision of a wide range of statutory services.

The Team is responsible for a mixed fleet of around 450 vehicles including waste and recycling, street scene, pool cars, gritters, tipper trucks, coaches, minibuses, library vans and fire appliances. The Team also maintains in excess of 1,000 items of plant including trailers, mowers and other power tools. The Team is also responsible for the provision of a fleet management service including the procurement of bulk fuel, fuel cards, the provision of vehicle telematics, administration of the pool cars scheme, vehicle insurance and taxing and support with procurement exercises. In addition, the Team fulfils a fleet compliance and training function to ensure that the Council's vehicles and drivers are compliant with the relevant legislation and guidance.

Who we are looking for…

We are looking to recruit 2 Fleet Compliance and Training Officers. The successful candidate will work as part of a small team delivering training, both in person and online, in vehicles and in a classroom environment. We are seeking somebody with the passion and values, which align to Westmorland and Furness Council’s priorities, who has a passion to build and grow with the team. This is an exciting opportunity, for either a current training and/or compliance officer, looking to expand their skillset. This would also be a great opportunity for candidates with experience and skills in local authority service areas, looking to progress their career to a new chapter.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Andrew Johnson on 07827663153 [e-mail]

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 13 th September 2026

Interview date: TBC

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

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For guidance on the recruitment process, FAQs, and useful tips for completing your application, please visit: Our Approach to Recruitment | Careers

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.