Fleet & Plant Operations Technician

Torus Group; St Helens; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain management organization is seeking a skilled Fleet & Plant Operations Technician to manage vehicle operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and support waste management activities. The role is based in St Helens and requires a full UK driving license. Candidates should have GCSE qualifications in Maths and English, experience managing commercial fleets, and knowledge of compliance requirements. This position offers a full-time, office-based employment with additional responsibilities in operational support.

Qualifications

• Essential GCSE in Maths and English.
• Experience in managing a multi-type commercial fleet.
• Knowledge of legislation and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management of the company’s vehicle fleet.
• Coordinate vehicle breakdowns, repairs, and servicing.
• Maintain records of fleet and plant compliance.

Skills

Multi-type commercial fleet management

Fleet compliance knowledge

Operational waste management

Strong communication skills

Education

GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English

Tools

Fleet management software

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Fleet & Plant Operations Technician to join our Supply Chain team at HMS, part of Torus Group. This is a hands‑on, operational role supporting the management of our fleet, plant, and waste activities across the organisation. You will play a key role in ensuring all vehicles, plant, and waste operations are safe, compliant, fit for purpose, and deliver value for money.

Full UK driving licence and company van will be provided. This is a full‑time, office‑based role, predominantly located at our Sutton Fold office in St Helens, with travel required to our Stonebridge office and various site visits.

What You Will Be Doing

• Oversee the day‑to‑day management of the company’s vehicle fleet, including owned and leased vehicles, ensuring all assets remain safe, compliant, and operational.
• Act as the first point of contact for vehicle breakdowns, repairs, servicing, and MOTs, coordinating timely resolution with internal teams or approved service providers.
• Maintain accurate records of fleet and plant compliance, inspections, service histories, repair logs, MOT certificates, insurance documents, and training records.
• Coordinate plant requirements, including internal allocations and external hire, ensuring operations run efficiently and cost‑effectively.
• Provide operational waste management support in line with legislation and company standards.
• Conduct driver licence checks, vehicle inductions, and training to ensure compliance with company policy and UK road safety regulations.
• Respond to road traffic incidents or plant‑related incidents, liaising with emergency services, insurers, and internal departments.
• Prepare reports on incidents, accidents, and operational trends, identifying risks and recommending improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to innovative, cost‑effective service developments.

What We Are Looking For

• GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English (essential).
• Experience managing a multi‑type commercial fleet.
• Knowledge of fleet categories, payloads, legislation, and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting fleet, plant, and waste contracts.
• Experience coordinating and maintaining commercial vehicles.
• Experience using fleet or plant management software – desirable.

Interview Process

• Stage 1: Competency‑based interview.
• Stage 2: Practical assessment (details provided at Stage 1).

Additional Information

• Right to work verification
• Qualification certificate check
• 2x Completed references
• OH Health Questionnaire – Fit for Work
• DBS check (if required for role)
• Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s

Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre‑employment checks prior to a start date being agreed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.