Fleet Maintenance Manager – Lead the Garage Team

Müller UK & Ireland; Northampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company is seeking a proactive Garage Manager for its Northampton Depot. The role requires overseeing the fleet maintenance operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and maintaining a productive workshop environment. Ideal candidates will have strong management experience in a technical environment, preferably within the transportation and logistics sector. The position offers competitive compensation, including a bonus and various benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for the right candidate.

Benefits

Up to 10% annual bonus

4 x Life Assurance policy

Company Car

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave

Enhanced Bereavement Leave

Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)

Exclusive access to Müller Rewards

Business Supplied IT Equipment

Concessionary products

Career Progression and Development Opportunities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a workshop or fleet maintenance environment.
• Strong technical qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds Part 1/2, apprentice-trained).
• Knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry.
• Excellent planning, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the workshop and team.
• Manage workloads, repairs, and ensure cost-effective maintenance.
• Drive a culture of preventative maintenance and continuous improvement.
• Monitor VMU productivity and budget spend.
• Lead and develop the team through coaching, reviews, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and audit standards.
• Liaise with customers and third-party suppliers on engineering issues.
• Champion health and safety.

Skills

Management experience in workshop/fleet maintenance

Strong technical qualifications

Knowledge of transportation and logistics industry

Planning and time management skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Job description

A leading dairy company is seeking a proactive Garage Manager for its Northampton Depot. The role requires overseeing the fleet maintenance operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and maintaining a productive workshop environment. Ideal candidates will have strong management experience in a technical environment, preferably within the transportation and logistics sector. The position offers competitive compensation, including a bonus and various benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for the right candidate.