Fleet Maintenance Controllers x3

Express Recruitment; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for Maintenance Controllers in Alfreton, UK. This full-time, permanent role involves managing service schedules, coordinating maintenance tasks, and ensuring vehicle compliance. Ideal candidates are organised, proactive, and possess strong communication and IT skills. Join a dynamic team to help maintain high standards across a diverse fleet.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and IT skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Organised and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage service schedules for vehicles.
• Coordinate tasks with suppliers for efficient operations.
• Monitor job progress and maintain clear records.
• Review inspections to confirm compliance.
• Handle unplanned breakdowns and inform stakeholders.

Skills

Fleet experience in HGV or vans

Experience in fast-paced, customer-focused environments

Quick repair resolutions

Team collaboration and independent task management

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Knowledge of HGV

Knowledge of vehicle maintenance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking skilled Maintenance Controllers to join their team. The role involves managing service schedules, coordinating work with suppliers, monitoring job progress, and ensuring all vehicles meet compliance and quality standards. The ideal candidate is organised, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, with strong communication and IT skills.

You will play a key role in ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations, handling unplanned events, and keeping stakeholders informed throughout the maintenance process. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, thrives under pressure, and takes pride in maintaining high standards of compliance and quality across a diverse fleet.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage service schedules to ensure all vehicles meet legal and regulatory standards
• Schedule and coordinate tasks with suppliers to maintain efficient operations and high‑quality service delivery
• Monitor job progress, update systems, and maintain clear records of all activities
• Review inspections and service documentation to confirm vehicles comply with required standards
• Handle unplanned breakdowns, workflows for estimates and authorisations, and keep stakeholders informed throughout

Skills & Experience

• Fleet experience in HGV or vans advantageous
• Demonstrated experience in fast‑paced, customer‑focused environments
• Enjoy the challenge of actioning fast repair resolutions
• Work collaboratively within a team while managing tasks independently with minimal supervision
• Organisational and IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, to manage data effectively
• Knowledge of HGV advantageous
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance advantageous

Vacancy Summary

Hours: Full time

Job Type: Permanent