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FareShare South West; West of England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FareShare South West is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee the safe, compliant and efficient operation of the organisation's fleet, including vans, HGVs, forklifts and manual handling equipment.

You will support operations and volunteer drivers through training and onboarding, working with Hub Managers and the Head of Operations to drive continuous improvement of transport activities.

Responsibilities

• The Fleet Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of FareShare South West’s fleet, including vans, HGVs, forklifts, and manual handling equipment.
• Supports the wider operations and volunteer driving teams through training, onboarding, and best practice guidance.
• Works closely with Hub Managers, the Head of Operations, Food Manager and external contractors to drive continuous improvement across fleet operations.

Job description

The Fleet Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of FareShare South West’s fleet, including vans, HGVs, forklifts, and manual handling equipment. This role ensures all vehicles, equipment, and drivers operate to the highest standards of safety, legal compliance, and operational effectiveness.

The Fleet Manager supports the wider operations and volunteer driving teams (including 2X HGV Drivers) through training, onboarding, and best practice-practice guidance. Working closely with Hub Managers, the Head of Operations, Food Manager and external contractors, the role drives continuous improvement across fleet operations and contributes to the smooth running of all FSSW transport activities.