Fleet Manager in Newport, Gwent

Energy Jobline CVL; Newport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a technically skilled professional to oversee the Council's fleet and transport functions. The role focuses on maintaining vehicles, plant and equipment safely and in line with statutory requirements, with oversight of compliance, inspections and licensing.

The successful candidate will support procurement, work with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and lead workshop staff to drive service improvements and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong technical experience in fleet management and transport operations
• Experience supervising workshop staff and operational teams
• Knowledge of fleet compliance, vehicle inspections and licensing
• Proactive approach to health, safety and service improvement

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise across the Council's fleet and transport functions.
• Ensure vehicles, plant and equipment are maintained safely and efficiently.
• Support statutory compliance and fleet procurement considerations.
• Collaborate with operational managers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Job description

Role Overview

The successful candidate will provide technical expertise, operational support and supervision across the Council's fleet and transport functions, ensuring vehicles, plant and equipment are maintained safely, efficiently and in accordance with statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Strong technical experience within fleet management, transport operations or vehicle maintenance.
• Experience working in a commercial vehicle, local authority or large fleet environment.
• Good knowledge of fleet compliance, vehicle inspections, maintenance regulations and operator licensing.
• Experience supervising workshop staff, technicians or operational teams.
• Knowledge of fleet management systems, vehicle maintenance records and performance reporting.
• Understanding of procurement, vehicle specifications and fleet replacement programmes.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work with operational managers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to health and safety, compliance and service improvement.