Fleet Safety Manager

Sunbelt Rentals Careers; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment rental provider in the UK is looking for a Fleet Safety Manager to oversee safety compliance and promote a culture of safety among drivers. This role involves developing safety processes, managing technology programs, and supporting regional leadership to ensure vehicle compliance. Benefits include a flexible rewards package, holiday allowance, life assurance, and potential for a company car.

Benefits

Flexible rewards package

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Retail discounts

Employee recognition awards

Comprehensive pension scheme

Company car (dependent on role)

Private medical insurance (dependent on role)

Qualifications

• Experience in transport/fleet safety or compliance is required.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safety-first culture to minimize risks.
• Lead the development of the Advanced Driver Safety Technology programme.
• Support compliance and assist accident investigations.

Skills

Transport/Fleet Safety

Compliance

Communication

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Our Fleet Safety Team will provide first line support to over 2500 professional and vocational drivers across the North, Midlands & South of the UK & Ireland. These vital roles will support the continued development of our LGV, LCV & car driver communities to improve driver safety, which in turn protects other road users and members of the public.

The roles will also focus on the ongoing development of our transportation safety culture, processes, procedures, and the future innovation and development of the vehicle fleet. This ensures Sunbelt remains at the forefront of transportation safety, including leading the development, rollout, and management of the Advanced Driver Safety Technology programme.

This role will cover the North and Scotland.

About The Role

Our Fleet Safety Team will provide first line support to over 2500 professional and vocational drivers across the North, Midlands & South of the UK & Ireland. These roles support the development of our driver communities to improve safety and protect the public.

The role also involves developing our safety culture, processes, and vehicle fleet innovations, including leading the Advanced Driver Safety Technology programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a safety-first culture to minimize risks and reduce traffic incidents.
• Support Line Managers responsible for drivers within depots, businesses, or regions to ensure compliance.
• Lead the development and deployment of the Advanced Driver Safety Technology programme, including driver recognition initiatives.
• Utilize available technology to identify drivers needing coaching or retraining and assist Line Managers accordingly.
• Support accident investigations, follow-ups, and action plan finalizations.
• Lead on high-potential collisions and incidents.
• Build proactive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Encourage observation reporting, share lessons learned, and develop best practices.
• Assist the region in maintaining vehicle legal compliance.
• Perform periodic safety checks, vehicle inspections, and compliance record reviews.
• Monitor and report on driver and vehicle safety compliance.
• Contribute to the Engage for Life Strategy.

What can we offer you in return? You will join a successful FTSE100 company, the UK’s largest equipment rental provider. Benefits include a flexible rewards package, generous holiday allowance (with buy/sell options), life assurance, retail discounts, employee recognition awards, and a comprehensive pension scheme. Additional benefits such as a company car and private medical insurance may be available depending on the role.

About You

We will provide training and support to help you succeed. We value your career aspirations and personal development.

To succeed as a Fleet Safety Manager, you should have:

• Experience in transport/fleet safety or compliance.
• Knowledge of O licence requirements.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Preferably, a background in equipment rental.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• A methodical approach to problem-solving with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related systems.