National Fleet Engineer

Serco; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a National Fleet Engineer to oversee the strategy and implementation of commercial fleet maintenance services. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a supportive culture focused on growth and development. You'll be responsible for leading fleet operations, ensuring compliance, and managing relationships with key stakeholders. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this company provides a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact. Join a team dedicated to delivering high standards in public service and enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career progression.

Benefits

Up to 25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Performance-based bonus scheme

Company car

Private medical insurance

Wide range of learning opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across 1,000 retailers

ShareSave scheme

Paid volunteering day each year

Qualifications

• Qualified Motor Vehicle Technician with experience in fleet maintenance management.
• Proven track record in managing fleet maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy and implementation of fleet maintenance services.
• Monitor KPIs and ensure compliance across all operations.

Skills

Fleet Maintenance Management

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Building

Cost Management

Education

Motor Vehicle Technician Qualification

Job description

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Homebased with frequent weekly travel to various sites across the UK
Full Time, Permanent (40 Hours Per Week)
£60,000 - £62,000 per annum, dependant on experience + company car and benefits

Ready to make an impact?

At Serco, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of roadworthiness for our commercial vehicle fleet. We are currently seeking a National Fleet Engineer to lead the strategy, policy, development, and implementation of the Commercial Fleet maintenance services, including internal maintenance workshops that will enable the achievement and robust delivery of the business objectives.

As National Fleet Engineer, you’ll be responsible for all aspects of the internal and external Fleet Maintenance and Workshop operation throughout our UK fleet operations.

You’ll be entrusted to:

• Contribute as a member of the MyFleet Senior Management Team and in the formation of the business unit strategies and plans.
• Put in place robust strategies and plans for the Fleet Maintenance delivery within the business, aligned to Serco Group and divisional strategies, that will deliver the objectives of Enabling Services and UK & Europe.
• Deliver an Audit Program that enhances the service delivery, maintenance and HSE compliance in all workshop facilities both in and outsourced.
• Lead and engage in the development of a network of senior relationships with customers, potential customers, partners, and stakeholders to anticipate and meet the Business Unit existing and future needs.
• Budgetary responsibility across Insource and Outsource maintenance services, ensuring each division maintenance services is operating in most cost-effective manner.
• Daily monitoring of relevant KPI's and ensuring they adhered across all department’s functions.
• Challenge outsourced delivery services for cost effectiveness in parts spend.

Does this sound like you?

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you have…

• A qualified Motor Vehicle Technician with a background in Commercial Fleet Maintenance management.
• Experience of managing fleet maintenance teams and maintaining large fleets.
• Highly skilled in Fleet Workshop management, including costing and developing Construction and Use specifications of new vehicles.
• Possess leadership qualities with evidence of building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external customers and key business stakeholders.
• Sound strategic thinker with the ability to operate with a hands-on, pragmatic approach when required.

Discover all you need to keep growing

Here you’ll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we’re proud to offer clear development opportunities – and the support and tools to help you seize them.

Because this is a place for you

Our people are integral to everything we do. That’s why our benefits are designed to put you first:

• Holidays: Up to 25 days plus bank holidays
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Bonus: A performance-based bonus scheme
• Company car: A company car
• Private medical insurance
• Training and development: A wide range of learning opportunitieswith over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Health and wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

A little bit about us

At Serco, we’re a fast-growing company, serving governments around the globe. Our work spans sectors a wide range of sectors including Justice, Immigration, Defence, Leisure, Healthcare, Transport, and Citizen Services. We’re committed to delivering, improving and redesigning public services for the benefit of everyone, guided by our values of Trust, Care, Innovation, and Pride.

Our inclusive recruitment process: We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We’re a proud holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard and a Disability Confident Leader, championing fair access to employment and equal opportunities for all. As such we’ll make reasonable adjustments from interview through to employment.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.

Let’s impact a better future, together. Apply today.

For help with your application, or to discuss your eligibility, please contact 0345 010 4000.