Regional Fleet Maintenance Manager

NHS National Services Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role

Strategic impact

Career development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead divisional workshop operations across Aberdeen and the Grampian region. You will drive performance, manage budgets, and ensure SLA compliance while supporting fleet deployment and risk management.

The role requires a proactive leader with expertise in fleet maintenance, strong budgeting skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fleet maintenance or workshop management.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A commitment to health and safety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
• The ability to lead teams and manage change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage divisional workshop operations, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with SLAs.
• Delivery fleet deployment in collaboration with National Fleet Services.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and proactive risk management across all facilities.
• Oversee fleet system data accuracy and liaise with suppliers and external contractors.
• Manage workshop budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
• Implement Quality Assurance and Best Value systems aligned with national standards.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and appraise workshop staff in line with organisational policies.
• Ensure timely provision and maintenance of operational and support vehicles.
• Participate in departmental meetings and lead sub-groups influencing fleet strategy.
• Manage external service providers and ensure high-quality, cost-effective vehicle maintenance.
• Oversee stock control, vehicle inspections, and disposal processes in liaison with Fleet Engineers.
• Contribute to R&D projects and support out-of-hours operations as required.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Budget management

Leadership

Health & safety

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to lead divisional workshop operations across Aberdeen and the Grampian region. You will drive performance, manage budgets, and ensure SLA compliance while supporting fleet deployment and risk management.

The role requires a proactive leader with expertise in fleet maintenance, strong budgeting skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.