Fleet Maintenance Manager I

Pepsico; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 614,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager I to oversee maintenance, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance for the company’s fleet assets.

You will lead preventive programs, monitor performance, coordinate repairs, and manage spare parts while keeping maintenance costs in check. Responsibilities include supervising workshop staff, managing contractors, producing reports, and ensuring safety standards across the fleet.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Diesel Mechanic/Mechanical Engineering.
• 5–8 years’ experience in fleet maintenance or related fields.
• Experience managing large vehicle fleets and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs for fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure fleet availability meets operational and distribution requirements.
• Monitor vehicle performance and maintenance trends to improve reliability.
• Coordinate repairs, servicing schedules, inspections, and breakdown assistance.
• Ensure maintenance activities meet manufacturer specifications and company standards.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime and costs.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Transport operations

Budget management

Supervisory experience

Preventive maintenance

Contractor management

Operations management

Fleet management

Technical field knowledge

Education

Diploma or Degree in Diesel Mechanic/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

About PepsiCo PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the centre of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.

Responsibilities

What we’re looking for:

The Fleet Maintenance Manager I (Fleet) is responsible for managing the maintenance, reliability, safety, compliance, and operational availability of the company's fleet assets. The role ensures that all fleet vehicles and equipment are maintained in optimal working condition to support business operations while controlling maintenance costs and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Fleet Maintenance Management

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs for fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure fleet availability meets operational and distribution requirements.
• Monitor vehicle performance and maintenance trends to improve reliability.
• Coordinate repairs, servicing schedules, inspections, and breakdown assistance.
• Ensure that maintenance activities are performed according to manufacturer specifications and company standards.

Asset Reliability and Performance

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce vehicle downtime and maintenance costs.
• Analyze fleet performance data and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Establish maintenance KPIs and monitor performance against targets.
• Ensure efficient utilization and lifecycle management of fleet assets.

Safety, Health, and Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all fleet-related legal and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and monitor fleet safety programs and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Promote a strong safety culture within the maintenance team and among drivers.

Budget and Cost Control

• Develop and manage fleet maintenance budgets.
• Control maintenance expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage spare parts inventory and supplier contracts.
• Monitor fuel efficiency and maintenance cost trends

People Management

• Supervise maintenance personnel, workshop staff, and contractors.
• Coach, train, and develop team members.
• Manage team performance and succession planning.
• Ensure adequate staffing and resource allocation.

Vendor and Contractor Management

• Manage relationships with external service providers and suppliers.
• Negotiate service agreements and maintenance contracts.
• Evaluate contractor performance and service quality.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement requirements.

Reporting and Administration

• Prepare maintenance reports and dashboards.
• Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance records.
• Monitor fleet regulatory documentation, licenses, permits, and inspections.
• Support audits and compliance reviews.

Qualifications

What will qualify you for the role:

• Diploma or Degree in: Diesel Mechanic/Mechanical Engineering
• 5-8 years' experience in fleet maintenance, transport operations, or engineering maintenance.
• Experience managing large vehicle fleets.
• Supervisory or management experience.
• Proven experience in preventive maintenance systems.
• Experience managing maintenance budgets and contractors
• Transport Management
• Fleet Management
• Operations Management
• Related technical field

“PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"