Fleet Maintenance Controller - Uptime & Cost Optimisation

Executive Network Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Company benefits

Job summary

Executive Network Group in Coventry is seeking a Maintenance Controller to oversee vehicle maintenance, minimise downtime and ensure rapid return to service. The role collaborates with customers, suppliers and internal teams to manage costs, review history and authorise repairs.

A technical background with HGV/LGV experience and strong IT skills (Excel) are highly valued; previous Service/Breakdown/Workshop Controller experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Technical background with time-served HGV/LGV Technician or Workshop Controller experience.
• Knowledge of the HGV/LGV sector is preferred.
• Experience as Service Controller, Maintenance Controller or Breakdown Controller is a plus.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong IT skills and ability to produce reports in Excel or similar.

Responsibilities

• Managing maintenance solutions within budgets and customer KPIs.
• Monitoring vehicle activity to minimise downtime.
• Reviewing vehicle history, warranties and contracts before authorising repairs.
• Challenging repair costs to ensure value and quality.
• Working with suppliers and repairers to resolve issues and maintain relationships.
• Checking supplier costs against agreed repairer and national parts agreements.
• Sourcing parts to help reduce downtime.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Excel

IT skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Executive Network Group in Coventry is seeking a Maintenance Controller to oversee vehicle maintenance, minimise downtime and ensure rapid return to service. The role collaborates with customers, suppliers and internal teams to manage costs, review history and authorise repairs.

A technical background with HGV/LGV experience and strong IT skills (Excel) are highly valued; previous Service/Breakdown/Workshop Controller experience is a plus.