Fleet Officer

Dogs Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An animal welfare charity in the UK is seeking a Fleet Officer to manage the operations of their vehicle fleet. The role involves overseeing maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulations, and producing monthly reports. Candidates must have experience in fleet management and excellent organizational skills. A commitment to sustainability is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a fleet.
• Strong contract and lease management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day fleet operations including vehicle maintenance.
• Maintain accurate driver and vehicle records.
• Produce monthly fleet reports and monitor sustainability targets.

Skills

Fleet management experience

Communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you ready to help keep our teams moving safely and sustainably? We're looking for a Fleet Officer to manage the day-to-day operations of our charity's vehicles, ensuring full compliance with regulations and internal policies. You'll oversee leases, replacements, insurance administration and monthly reporting, while supporting Dogs Trust's transition to a fully sustainable fleet. What does this role do? As a Fleet Officer you will:

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day fleet operations, including vehicle maintenance, ordering, off‑leasing and responding to colleague queries.
• Maintain accurate driver and vehicle records, ensuring compliance with insurance, licensing and internal policies.
• Produce monthly fleet reports and monitor telematics, driving standards, fuel use and progress toward sustainability targets.
• Coordinate with service providers for repairs and inspections, and support the Facilities and Fleet Manager with contracts, research and value‑for‑money initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a fleet, strong contract and lease management skills, and excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Highly organised and detail‑focused, comfortable working under pressure, managing budgets, and delivering cost‑effective solutions, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a commitment to the aims and values of Dogs Trust.