Fleet Procurement and Compliance Manager

Knowsley Council; Knowsley; In loco; GBP 45.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Knowsley Council is seeking a Fleet Procurement and Compliance Manager to lead fleet management, procurement, disposal and asset register duties at Stretton Way depot. The role includes supervising staff, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with operator licences and vehicle standards.

The successful candidate will develop fleet policies, coordinate with contractors and stakeholders, and drive continuous improvements in fleet operations within a dynamic council environment.

Competenze

• Experience of management in a transport or fleet environment.
• Experience in creating and establishing fleet policies and procedures, from vehicle procurement to disposal, how to price, specify and purchase or lease vehicles.
• Experience in the performance management of maintenance contractors, accident repair companies, vehicle builders and leasing companies.
• Experience of supervisory management, developing the skills, knowledge and performance of a multi-functional workforce.
• Ability to liaise with, negotiate and influence others/contractors/organisations/stakeholders.
• Ability to supervise and manage the work of others, to motivate and influence.
• Good communications skills; ability to communicate, verbally as well as in writing.
• To be able to effectively communicate with persons at all levels.

Mansioni

• Oversee fleet management and operational technical support, including procurement/disposal and asset register management.
• Line manage the Stretton Way depot and stores units, including workshop facilities.
• Ensure legal compliance to Operators licence, driver and vehicle standards and related regulations.
• Manage delegated budgets and related IT systems/ISO processes.
• Develop and implement fleet policies and procedures and monitor performance with contracted partners.

Conoscenze

Fleet management

Policy development

Contractor management

Staff supervision

Negotiation

Communication

Driving licence B

Formazione

Degree in Transport Management

Level 3 CPC in Road Haulage (National)

CPD evidence last 3 years

Descrizione del lavoro

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for our residents and businesses and become part of the Knowsley Journey

Fleet Procurement and Compliance Manager

• Location: Stretton Way, Stretton Way Depot, Huyton Ind Estate, Huyton, L36 6JF
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Hours: 36 hours per week. Consideration will be given for part-time working.
• DBS Check: No
• Closing Date: 29/11/2026 at 23:59
• Reference: CVP 0633a

Knowsley Council are looking to recruit a Fleet Procurement & Compliance Manager.

The primary purpose of the post is the fleet management and operational technical support functions including fleet procurement/disposal, asset register management and the day-to-day line management of the Council’s Stretton Way depot and stores units. It also includes management of the fleet workshop facility and to ensure the legal compliance of the fleet to meet the requirements of the Council’s Operators licence, driver and vehicle standards and all related regulations.

This will include all staff management and related responsibilities around operational liaison, delegated budget management as well as related operational and ITsystems/ISO processes.

• Experience of management in a transport or fleet environment, with a varied fleet of vehicles and plant.
• Experience in creating and establishing fleet policies and procedures, from vehicle procurement to disposal, how to price, specify and purchase or lease vehicles.
• Experience in the performance management of maintenance contractors, accident repair companies, vehicle specialist builders and vehicle leasing companies.
• Experience of supervisory management, developing the skills, knowledge and performance of a multi-functional workforce.
• Ability to liaise with, negotiate and influence others/contractors/organisations/stakeholders.
• Ability to supervise and manage the work of others, to motivate, and influence.
• Good communications skills; ability to communicate, verbally as well as in writing.
• To be able to effectively communicate with persons at all levels.
• Level 3 Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage (National)
• Degree level qualification, or equivalent experience, in Transport Management.
• Evidence of continual professional development over the last three years.
• Driving licence category B

At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

Please note sponsorship is not available for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:

Interviews to be held between 3rd December - 11 December 2026