Head of Fleet

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in the UK seeks a Fleet Manager to oversee the fleet replacement programme, ensuring quality service and cost efficiency. Candidates should have strong technical and managerial experience in HGV maintenance, alongside decision-making skills in budget management. The role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum along with extensive benefits, including a pension scheme and medical insurance. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on internal promotions within the company.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company sponsored pension scheme

Private medical and dental insurance

Access to online GP service

Cycle to work scheme

Cashback cards

Qualifications

• Experience of working in, or alongside 3PL’s and HGV maintenance providers.
• Both technical and managerial experience in HGV vehicle maintenance, compliance and legislation.
• Strong decision-making abilities with fleet budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce a detailed fleet replacement programme.
• Evaluate current policies to ensure value for money.
• Lead key fleet initiatives including EV introduction.
• Accountable for vendor performance and addressing complaints.

Skills

Experience working with 3PLs

Technical knowledge in HGV maintenance

Strong commercial acumen

Problem-solving skills

Education

Level 3 City and Guilds Mechanical qualification

CPC holder

Job description

Pay, benefits and more :

You’ll be paid a salary of up to £ 65,000 - £70,000 per annum depending upon experience , y ou’ll also receive 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical and dental insurance, a 24 / 7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more. You’ll also have access to our GXO University which provides you with the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that you’re comfortable with. There’s also our continued focus on internal promotions, over 55% last year!

What you’ll do on a typical day :

• Produce a full and detailed fleet replacement programme, including routes to market to finance the programme, whilst also considering the current and future needs of our customer
• Evaluating the policies and procedures of today, to ensure we receive value for money from our service agents and are striking the correct balance between cost and service
• Leading key fleet initiatives, including potential EV introduction and other alternative fuel options
• Be accountable for the performance of the vendors and address issues and complaints from customers or staff regarding repairer performance promptly and conclusively to the satisfaction of the company and our customers, updating all parties, as necessary

What you need to succeed at GXO :

• Experience of working in, or alongside 3PL’s and HGV maintenance providers
• Both technical and managerial experience in HGV vehicle maintenance, compliance and legislation
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, a bility to work on multiple gainshare projects
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills with experience in management of fleet budgets and fleet replacement programmes
• Level 3 City and Guilds Mechanical qualification and CPC holder both desirable