Fleet Controller

**Fleet Controller**

**This is NewCold**
NewCold is service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. NewCold strives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies, by offering advanced logistic services worldwide. We use latest technology that empowers our people, to handle food responsibly and guarantee food safety in a sustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships, and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next generation logistic solutions.

Overview:
Due to our continued expansion we are looking for a new Fleet Controller. As Fleet Controller, you'll oversee a fleet of units and trailers, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include maintaining vehicle roadworthiness, coordinating hire and de-hire processes, and promptly addressing maintenance needs. You'll also evaluate service providers, identify cost-saving opportunities, and collaborate cross-departmentally for seamless operations.

Location: Corby

Shift Pattern: 45 hours per week, Monday Friday (0800 - 1700)

**Salary**: Negotiable.

**Interviewing w/c 13th May 2024.**

**Responsibilities**:

- Manage and oversee a fleet of 60 plus units and 100 plus trailers, ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards.
- Maintain a valid CPC holder status, with a preference to obtain or possess the company O license.
- Implement and maintain fleet maintenance schedules, ensuring all vehicles are roadworthy and in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinate the management of hire and dehire vehicles, ensuring seamless transitions and optimal utilisation.
- Act promptly on reported defects from drivers, arranging repairs and maintenance as necessary.
- Plan and track service vehicles, ensuring timely maintenance and minimizing downtime.
- Review and evaluate service providers, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Identify areas of high cost and inefficiency within the fleet, providing recommendations to improve operational effectiveness.
- Agree on costs and sign off on invoices related to fleet maintenance and services.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure the smooth operation of fleet-related activities.
- Prior experience in fleet management or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
- Possession of a valid CPC holder status.
- Familiarity with fleet maintenance practices, service schedules, and roadworthiness requirements.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and address areas for improvement.
- Proven track record of leadership and decision-making abilities.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

**Are you up for the job?**

**Why would you want to work for NewCold?**
With the prospect of many new construction projects all over the world in the very near future, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerful company in the field of logistic services. We have the ambition and the potential to rapidly become the market leader in the field of modern and automated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transport and distribution. Although our proposition comprises an attractive benefits and compensation package, the (international) scope and impact of the position may appeal to you even more.

**_ Can we welcome you on board as our new Fleet Controller and help continue our successful growth?_