Fleet Compliance Officer - CMB2718e

Cumberland Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Council’s Corporate Fleet Management Service is seeking a permanent Fleet Governance Officer to ensure the safe, legal and efficient operation of a diverse vehicle fleet, supporting Operator’s Licence compliance and transport legislation.

You will monitor performance, investigate incidents, analyse data and champion continuous improvement, working with colleagues across the Council and external bodies to uphold high fleet governance standards and environmental ambitions.

Job description

Salary: £37,562 to £38,510 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: To be agreed on appointment

Contract: Permanent

About This Opportunity

Join Cumberland Council’s Corporate Fleet Management Service and play a vital role in keeping essential frontline services moving. Fleet is at the heart of everything we do, supporting the delivery of key Council services across Cumberland and providing critical vehicle support.

As part of the Fleet Strategy & Compliance Team, you will help ensure the safe, legal and efficient operation of a diverse fleet, supporting compliance with Operator’s Licence requirements, transport legislation and health and safety standards. This is an opportunity to make a real impact by helping the Council deliver high-quality services while supporting our environmental ambitions and commitment to reducing carbon emissions.

Working closely with colleagues across all Council directorates and external organisations, you will act as a key advisor on transport compliance matters, monitor performance and standards, investigate incidents, analyse data, and identify opportunities to improve systems and processes. Your expertise and influence will help drive continuous improvement, promote best practice and ensure the Council maintains the highest standards of fleet governance.

This is a varied and rewarding role that combines technical knowledge, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving. You will have the confidence to challenge non-compliance where necessary, whilst building positive and productive relationships across the organisation. If you are motivated by making a difference, enjoy working in a collaborative environment and want to contribute to the delivery of essential services that local communities rely on every day, we would love to hear from you.

This role is available on a permanent basis.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation’s core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Sarah Tiffen by email at [e-mail]

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments

to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [e-mail]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 07/11/2026
• Interview date: 17/11/2026