Fleet Manager

Working on behalf of a Local Authority, Aatom Recruitment has an opportunity for an Fleet Managerand Advice on a 3 month's contract with a possibility of an extension.

**Job Purpose.**

To lead on the replacement programme for Councils vehicles and plant

2. To manage the vehicle supply and maintenance contract and associated contractors

3. To ensure the Council is meeting their statutory and Operators Licence obligations

4. To contribute to Councils carbon reduction and climate mitigation strategies

**Main Accountabilities.**

1. Provide strategic direction so that fleet vehicles within services are procured,
maintained, inspected and serviced and that the most cost effective and efficient fleet
is maintained.

2. Manage vehicle and maintenance budgets allocated in accordance with Council
procedures and make timely budgetary recommendations.

3. Advise on transport and plant in the Council and advise Management team on
alternative products and provide the necessary advice, guidance and direction to
ensure equipment required for the provision of the service is suitable and available
when required.

4. Manage the procurement and maintenance contract for vehicle fleet and mobile plant

**EXPERIENCE**:
Full clean standard driving license Certificate of professional competence, Freight National (or equivalent) and willing and able to obtain the qualification Good standard of education and demonstrable verbal written and numeracy skills.

of the Council. Monitor and manage contractors/partners performance information.

Knowledge of road transport logistics.