Remote Fleet Operations Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Remote work flexibility

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Fleet Operations Manager to lead a national transportation fleet from a remote location. This senior role focuses on optimizing fleet efficiency, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness across operations.

You will leverage data analytics, manage drivers and logistics teams, and implement best practices to ensure service excellence while working with autonomy.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in fleet management and operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams and operations effectively.
• Proficiency with advanced fleet management software and analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance, regulatory compliance, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of a national fleet, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
• Develop and implement strategies for fleet maintenance, fuel efficiency, and route optimization.
• Monitor driver performance, adherence to regulations, and safety standards.
• Manage vendor relationships for vehicle procurement, maintenance, and insurance.
• Utilize fleet management software to track assets, analyze data, and generate performance reports.
• Lead and mentor remote and field-based logistics and driver teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation laws and environmental regulations.

Skills

Fleet management

Remote leadership

Strategic planning

Data analytics

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Budget optimization

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Remote Fleet Operations Manager to lead their national transportation fleet from a remote location. This pivotal role involves optimizing fleet efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving cost-effectiveness across all operations. You will leverage technology and data analytics to manage a diverse fleet, coordinate with drivers and logistics teams, and implement best practices to maintain service excellence. This is a senior-level position perfect for a seasoned professional who thrives in a remote work environment and can lead with autonomy and vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of a national fleet, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
• Develop and implement strategies for fleet maintenance, fuel efficiency, and route optimization.
• Monitor driver performance, adherence to regulations, and safety standards.
• Manage vendor relationships for vehicle procurement, maintenance, and insurance.
• Utilize fleet management software to track assets, analyze data, and generate performance reports.
• Lead and mentor remote and field-based logistics and driver teams.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation laws and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in fleet management and operations, preferably in a large-scale environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams and operations effectively.
• Proficiency with advanced fleet management software and analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance, regulatory compliance, and safety protocols.
• Excellent strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and leadership capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
• Significant autonomy and opportunity to shape fleet strategy.
• Access to cutting-edge fleet management technology and resources.