Fleet Manager

Anderson Knight; Livingston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fleet Manager to lead their fleet safety compliance strategy. This role involves designing and implementing driver training initiatives, ensuring adherence to legislative requirements, and managing the Operator's Licence for goods vehicles. The successful candidate will work closely with the Fleet Safety team to develop a comprehensive strategy that enhances driver safety and compliance. With a focus on risk assessment and mitigation, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic and award-winning firm in the construction and civil engineering sector.

Qualifications

• Strong focus on driver safety and compliance with legislative bodies.
• Experience in conducting fleet safety audits and training.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement driver training programs to enhance safety.
• Manage compliance for the company's Operator's Licence and fleet.

Skills

Driver Safety Training

Fleet Compliance

Risk Assessment

Collision Investigation

Safety Audits

Education

Transport Manager CPC qualification

Driver Assessor qualification

IOSH Managing Safely

Job description

Job Description

Anderson Knight is working in partnership with an award-winning UK-wide construction and civil engineering firm based in Livingston. They are looking to appoint a Fleet Manager to support the Fleet Safety team in delivering the fleet safety compliance strategy.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Designing and implementing driver training and assessing interventions with a strong focus on improved driver safety.
2. Operating within the scope and compliance of related legislative bodies such as DVSA and the Office of the Traffic Commissioner.
3. Providing competent advice on Driver & Fleet compliance.
4. Working closely with the Fleet Safety team to develop a group-wide fleet safety strategy.
5. Managing the company's Operator's Licence for goods vehicles in designated areas.
6. Ensuring compliance across the group's vehicle fleet.
7. Providing driver training to the workforce as required.
8. Offering specialist training such as collision investigation, speed awareness, and fatigue management workshops.
9. Providing monthly compliance reports and statistics to Operations Directors.
10. Offering mitigation measures to improve risk areas.
11. Undertaking RTC investigations, working alongside police authorities when required.
12. Arranging and leading contract Panel Reviews, liaising with Operations Directors and Contract Managers.
13. Liaising with specialist fleet legal representatives in preparation for court proceedings.
14. Conducting periodic fleet safety audits and ad hoc site inspections across the group and its supply chain.
15. Designing and implementing driver and manager improvement plans based on audit findings.
16. Ensuring all relevant vocational qualifications are kept up to date.
17. Attending industry briefings and conferences on behalf of the group.

Minimum qualifications:

• Transport Manager CPC qualification
• Driver Assessor qualification
• Recognised H&S qualification (IOSH Managing Safely)