Job Description:

Fleet Manager

Contract: 5‑month contract (with potential for extension)
Client: Local Authority
Recruiter: Aatom Recruitment

Aatom Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Fleet Manager to work on behalf of a local authority on a 5‑month contract, with the possibility of extension.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Contracts, the Fleet Manager will provide strategic leadership across fleet operations, ensuring full compliance, efficient and sustainable performance, and effective management of the vehicle lifecycle from procurement through to disposal.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure full fleet and driver compliance, including roadworthiness, MOTs, inspections, defect reporting, and documentation
• Lead fleet strategy to improve performance, minimise downtime, and control costs
• Manage vehicle maintenance, servicing, repairs, and supplier contracts
• Oversee fleet audits, compliance reporting, and risk management including accidents and insurance claims
• Manage fleet budgets, financial efficiency, and lifecycle replacement planning
• Lead driver compliance frameworks, including training, licence checks, assessments, grey fleet, and drug & alcohol testing
• Drive sustainability initiatives, including the transition to low‑emission vehicles
• Ensure information security and compliance with council policies and governance requirements

Additional Information

• The role may require occasional work outside normal office hours
• Responsibilities may evolve in line with service needs without changing the overall level of the role
• Reasonable adjustments will be made in line with the Equality Act 2010

Qualifications (Desirable)

• CPC in Road Haulage or Passenger Transport Operations
• Health & Safety qualification or training

Experience Required

• Proven experience in fleet compliance and fleet operations
• Experience managing vehicle lifecycle costs and replacement strategies
• Experience managing external suppliers and contracts

Skills & Competencies

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident using data, systems, and compliance documentation
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and report‑writing skills
• Proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement

Other Requirements

• Commitment to equality and diversity
• Ability to travel throughout the Borough (may require own transport)