Fleet Manager

Creagh Concrete; Toome; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Creagh Concrete is seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to oversee a large, mixed fleet and ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation. The role involves compliance with transport legislation and the management of maintenance, reporting, and supplier relationships.

Success requires deep knowledge of HGV fleet management and a proven track record in reducing operating costs while maintaining high safety standards. The position emphasizes leadership and strategic fleet optimization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fleet manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of HGV fleet management, transport legislation, and operator licence compliance.
• Experience with telematics, fleet tracking systems, and driver performance monitoring.
• Proficiency in fleet management systems and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of a large mixed fleet of lorries, vans, forklifts, and associated equipment.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, operator licence requirements, health and safety standards, and vehicle regulations.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and inspection programmes.
• Monitor vehicle utilisation, fuel consumption, maintenance costs, and overall fleet performance.
• Manage relationships with vehicle suppliers, maintenance providers, leasing companies, and fuel suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records and provide regular management reporting on fleet costs, compliance, replenishment plans and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve fleet productivity and reduce operating costs.

Skills

Fleet management

Leadership

Cost control

Telematics

Driver performance monitoring

Tools

Fleet management systems

Telematics systems

Microsoft Excel

Office software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Fleet Manager to oversee and manage our extensive fleet of vehicles and materials handling equipment, including lorries, vans, forklifts, trailers, and associated plant equipment.

Reporting to senior management, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the fleet operates safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while maintaining full compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation where fleet performance plays a critical role in supporting operational success.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of a large mixed fleet of lorries, vans, forklifts, and associated equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all transport legislation, operator licence requirements, health and safety standards, and vehicle regulations.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and inspection programmes.
• Monitor vehicle utilisation, fuel consumption, maintenance costs, and overall fleet performance.
• Manage relationships with vehicle suppliers, maintenance providers, leasing companies, and fuel suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records and provide regular management reporting on fleet costs, compliance, replenishment plans and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve fleet productivity and reduce operating cost

Criteria

• Proven experience in a fleet manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of HGV fleet management, transport legislation, and operator licence compliance.
• Experience managing forklifts and materials handling equipment.
• Excellent understanding of vehicle maintenance and workshop management practices.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Commercial awareness with experience in controlling costs.
• Proficiency in fleet management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience of telematics, fleet tracking systems, and driver performance monitoring.