Jobs in Barton upon Irwell

Fleet Manager

Location: Trafford Park, Manchester

The Fleet Manager will lead the strategic and operational management of Great Places' fleet, ensuring our vehicles are safe, compliant, cost-effective and fit for purpose. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our fleet by leading the procurement and mobilisation of new vehicles, developing a long-term replacement strategy and driving continuous improvement across fleet operations.

Working closely with colleagues, suppliers and external partners, you'll build strong relationships, oversee fleet performance and compliance, and use data and insight to improve efficiency, deliver value for money and provide an excellent service that supports our colleagues and customers.

What you’ll be doing

* Lead the day-to-day management and continuous improvement of the organisation's fleet.

* Lead the procurement and mobilisation of new fleet vehicles, developing a long-term replacement strategy.

* Manage fleet budgets, maintenance programmes, fuel costs and vehicle lifecycle performance.

* Negotiate and manage contracts, suppliers and Service Level Agreements to achieve value for money.

* Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

* Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, health & safety requirements and organisational policies.

* Analyse fleet data and produce reports to improve performance, reduce costs and support strategic decisions.

What we need from you

* Significant experience managing a commercial or operational vehicle fleet.

* Experience leading fleet procurement, tender exercises and supplier negotiations.

* Strong contract and Service Level Agreement management experience.

* Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify improvements.

* A commitment to understand the challenges and opportunities that exist in the communities in which we work. We particularly value lived experience in social housing.

* A passion to advocate on behalf of people and communities.

* A commitment to work in partnership with others for the benefit of Great Places.

* A commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

* Ability to work flexibly when required.

What you’ll need

Essential

Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).

Minimum five years' experience in fleet management, logistics or a similar role

Knowledge of transport legislation, compliance and health & safety.

Experience using fleet management systems and Microsoft Office.

Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

Experience within social housing or the public sector.

Knowledge of electric vehicle transition and sustainability initiatives.

Procurement or contract management qualification.

What we give you in return for your hard work and commitment

* Pension¦ DC scheme (up to 10% contribution from both colleagues and Great Places)

* WPA¦ Healthcare scheme starts at no contribution level with £1250 of savings available per year (option to increase & add family members)

* Ways of Working¦ We offer some hybrid and flexible working

* Annual leave ¦Start at 26 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days within 5 years + Bank Holidays

* Reward & Recognition ¦ You Count Rewards are individual reward’s for going ‘above & beyond’

* Professional fees ¦ The business pays the cost of one professional role related membership fee for each colleague

* The Market Place¦high street, restaurant & supermarket discounts, gym memberships, cycle to work, smart tech loans and much more

* Wage Stream¦ You can access savings opportunities and early access to wages

* Health and Wellbeing Initiatives ¦ Our colleagues enjoy wellbeing campaigns throughout the year, with activities designed around our four pillars of wellbeing, these include career wellbeing, mental wellbeing, physical wellbeing and financial wellbeing

At Great Places we believe the wellbeing of our colleagues is vital to enable them to deliver to great services, all your benefits can be used inside and outside of work.

Closing date: 19th July 2026

Shortlist date: 20th July 2026

Interview date: TBC