Fleet Designer

Western Power; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Fleet Designer, where you will lead innovations in fleet solutions for a sustainable future. Collaborating with top suppliers, you will manage a variety of projects focused on automating and greening fleet operations while ensuring efficiency and compliance. Your impact will play a key role in shaping a cleaner energy landscape through cutting-edge technology and strong industry partnerships.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Purchase up to four weeks additional leave

Discounted health insurance and gym membership

Award-winning employee recognition program

Three wellness leave days each year

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in fleet design and automotive engineering.
• Experience creating detailed technical drawings.
• Solid knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver fleet assets with industry partners.
• Stay updated on emerging fleet technologies.
• Analyze operational data to enhance fleet design.

Skills

Fleet design

Technical specification development

Automotive engineering

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Advanced Diploma in related fields

Job description

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We're looking for a Fleet Designer to join our Property & Fleet team in a permanent role. In this externally focused position, you’ll work together with industry-leading suppliers to deliver cutting-edge fleet solutions that not only meet the needs of today but also the future. You'll play a key role in pioneering smarter, greener, and more efficient fleet assets, embracing alternative power sources, automation, and digital tech to revolutionise performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Your Role in Action

• Partner with top Original Equipment Manufacturers and Suppliers to design and deliver fleet assets that exceed operational needs and drive innovation.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies like electrification, hydrogen fuel cells, automation, and telematics to future-proof our fleet.
• Spearhead pilot programs and trials that explore next-generation solutions, turning innovative ideas into real-world impact.
• Forge and nurture strong partnerships across industry and technology sectors to keep our fleet strategy cutting-edge.
• Co-create customised fleet designs focused on maximising performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Analyse operational data and feedback to continuously enhance fleet design and meet evolving business goals.
• Play an integral role in procurement and supplier management to ensure quality, value, and timely delivery of fleet assets.
• Drive the vision for smarter, cleaner, and more efficient fleets by integrating alternative power and digital technologies at every step.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Proven expertise in fleet design, automotive engineering, or technical specification development, ideally within utilities or heavy vehicle sectors.
• Skilled in creating detailed technical drawings for Heavy/Light Vehicles, Plant Equipment or tooling.
• Deep understanding of fleet technologies, vehicle systems, Australian Design Rules, and cutting-edge innovations like alternative fuels, automation, and connectivity solutions.
• Demonstrated success collaborating with OEMs, negotiating technical requirements, and driving strong supplier partnerships.
• Solid knowledge of regulatory compliance, safety standards, and industry best practices governing fleet design and procurement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for continuous improvement and boosting operational efficiency.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities, experienced in building relationships with industry partners and suppliers.
• Relevant technical qualifications such as a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Mechanical, Automotive, or related fields—or substantial equivalent experience enabling you to excel in this role.

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements.
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.

Applications close on 4 July

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