Fleet Manager – Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Malvern Hills; Remote; GBP 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Training & development

Blue Light Card

Welfare support

Job summary

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a Fleet Manager to lead the Transport Department at our Malvern workshop, ensuring a safe, compliant fleet of appliances, cars and vans. You will shape procurement, manage maintenance regimes and collaborate across stations in two counties.

The role requires NVQ4 or equivalent, a CPC in National Road Haulage, IRTE membership or equivalent, a valid driving licence, and strong people and budget management experience.

Qualifications

• Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent.
• A recognised management qualification.
• Membership of IRTE or equivalent.
• Certificate of professional competence in National Road Haulage.
• Current driving licence.
• Considerable experience of people and budget management in fleet.
• Experience in using fleet management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Transport Department and the fleet to support safe and effective operations.
• Oversee maintenance regimes and workshop logistics to ensure compliance.
• Participate in design and procurement of new service vehicles.
• Ensure fleet assets meet legal and operational standards.
• Work across fire stations in both counties and may involve remote tasks.

Skills

People management

Budget management

Fleet management systems

Driving licence

IRTE / equivalent

CPC National Road Haulage

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Management qualification

Education

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Management qualification

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

Fleet Manager – Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service

Responsible for supporting the Operational Logistics Manager in the provision and maintenance of the right fleet, tools and equipment for our employees to carry out their jobs safely and effectively.

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is seeking to recruit a high-quality individual into this role to manage the Transport Department and our fleet. Through close management of maintenance regimes and logistics at the workshop, you will be responsible for ensuring that our fleet of fire appliances, specialist vehicles, cars and vans are maintained to the required legal and operational standards. The successful applicant would also be involved in the design and procurement of all Service vehicles, helping to shape the future of the fleet within Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service. Based at Malvern in our modern workshop facilities, you may also be required to work remotely at our fire stations across both counties.

We are ideally looking for:

• Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent.
• A recognised management qualification.
• Membership of the Institute for Road Transport Engineers (IRTE) or equivalent.
• Certificate of professional competence (CPC) in National Road Haulage.
• Current driving licence.
• Considerable experience of people and budget management in a fleet environment.
• Experience in using fleet management systems.

We offer:

• Flexible working practices for an average 37hr week Monday to Friday.
• 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 after 5 years plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Local government pension scheme.
• You will receive on the job training and continual professional development.
• Access to the Blue Light Card – the UK’s largest Emergency Services discount card.
• Access to the Firefighters Charity welfare support.

HWFRS is fully committed to meeting its duties under the Equality Act 2010. We value equality of opportunity and developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We encourage everyone who has the necessary skills and experience to apply.

The closing date for this vacancy is midday on Monday 19th October 2026. Interviews will take place Tuesday 3rd November 2026

Salary: £48,738 up to £51,928 per annum

Contract type: Full Time