Fleet Team Leader

Networking Women in the Fire Service; Malvern; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire service in Malvern is seeking a Fleet Team Leader to oversee a team of technicians responsible for vehicle maintenance and inspections. This role requires the ability to supervise operations effectively while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a City & Guilds certificate in Heavy Goods Vehicle maintenance, experience in supervising teams, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a diverse working environment supporting public safety.

Benefits

23 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days after five years

Access to local government pension scheme

Training provided in Health & Safety, Leadership & Management

Access to welfare support

Qualifications

• City & Guilds certificate in Repair and Maintenance of Heavy Goods Vehicles.
• Experience supervising a team is essential.
• Demonstrable experience in vehicle diagnostics required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise fleet technicians and manage vehicle maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all repairs comply with safety standards.
• Facilitate effective team operations and efficient task completion.

Skills

City & Guilds certificate in Repair and Maintenance of Heavy Goods Vehicles – part 1 and 2 or equivalent

Current driving licence

LGV driving licence (Class C) or willingness to work towards

Experience of supervising a team

Experience of LGV / HGV / PSV inspecting servicing, repairs and maintenance

Demonstrable experience of vehicle diagnostics

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education

City & Guilds certificate in Repair and Maintenance of Heavy Goods Vehicles

Job description

Fleet Team Leader

Potential annual earning up to £47,772

SO2 Grade
£36,280 – £39,152 per annum plus Telephone allowance £158.40 per annum, On-call allowance £7,272.60 (Per annum) and guaranteed overtime as part of the 9-day fortnight structure £1,190.88 (Per annum)

37 hours per week, 1 week in 6 On-Call 24/7

Reasons to Join Us

• 23 days annual leave entitlement increasing to 28 days after five years’ continuous service (plus a further 8 public holidays).
• Access to a local government pension scheme.
• 9-day working fortnight
• Working with a wide range of Fire Service vehicles & equipment
• All tools supplied
• Modern, clean workshop including a modern fully equipped mobile workshop.
• Access to welfare support
• Access to the Firefighters Charity (including family members)
• Opportunities to attend operational incidents when & where required to provide support
• Training provided in H&S, Leadership & Management
• Training provided to maintain specialist operational equipment
• Working to high standards, directly contributing to public safety where every repair / maintenance task ensures our appliances are ready for critical situations.

Base Location

Operational Logistics Department, Malvern, but may be required to work at any location in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

A supervisory role planning and overseeing our team of fleet technicians and vehicles involves allocating tasks such as inspections, safety compliance, servicing, breakdowns and ensuring the team are working effectively and that tasks are completed efficiently and safely.

In addition to this, the post holder will be responsible for ensuring the safe and effective functioning of the workshop, whilst meeting the needs of the Service.

Skills and Experience needed for this role

• City & Guilds certificate in Repair and Maintenance of Heavy Goods Vehicles – part 1 and 2 or equivalent.
• A current driving licence
• LGV driving licence (Class C) or willing to work towards
• Experience of supervising a team
• Demonstrable experience of LGV / HGV / PSV Inspecting Servicing, repairs and maintenance.
• Demonstrable experience of vehicle diagnostics
• Experience in dealing with clients and internal customers.
• Demonstrable experience in Vehicle body repair work.
• Experience in hazard identification and the development, monitoring and review of risk assessments.
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain written records of test procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Manual and mechanical dexterity
• A capability of working in an analytical manner when problem solving and be capable of assessing the condition of components to effect repairs in an efficient manner.
• An ability to work without supervision and in a flexible manner.

About Us

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) attended 8,212 incidents in 2024-25 ranging from property and countryside fires, road traffic collisions, collapsed structures, water rescues, hazardous materials to animal rescues. We employ over 696 full-time and part-time members of staff in 764 roles, delivering a wide range of prevention, protection and emergency response services across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. HWFRS has a diverse range of fleet and transport including frontline fire engines, specialist vehicles, car and operational equipment with the aim of maintaining a high standard of fleet provision. Our fleet is one of the key categories of physical assets for the Service and includes 34 Operational fire engines, 10 non-operational fire engines, 20 specialist vehicles, 36 Responding officers’ cars and 64 ancillary vehicles comprising of vans and cars.

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The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 5th January 2026.

Interviews week commencing 12th January 2026.

For any further queries regarding the role, please contact Fleet Manager, Dean Morgan [e-mail].