Fleet Manager
| Company: | Perfect Placement UK Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £45,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Bognor Regis, PO20 3UT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
Summary
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading UK-based accident repair group, for the position of Fleet Manager at their flagship site in Bognor Regis, West Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fleet Manager to oversee a large and diverse vehicle fleet across multiple locations in the UK. Our client is seeking a highly skilled professional dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency, compliance, and customer satisfaction within a modern working environment.
Benefits of the Fleet Manager:
- Competitive salary starting at £40,000 per annum, rising to £45,000 after probation
- Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays
- Family-friendly leave policies, including maternity and paternity pay
- Pension scheme, life insurance, health and wellbeing support
- Cycle scheme, gym discounts, retail and restaurant cashback offers
- Employee assistance programme for staff and their families
- Reward and recognition programmes, team events
- Modern, clean working environment with opportunities for career progression
Duties of the Fleet Manager:
- Manage and ensure compliance of a fleet of over 550 vehicles, including courtesy cars and commercial vehicles
- Oversee vehicle maintenance, servicing, inspections, MOTs, and driver compliance
- Analyse fleet performance, utilisation, and operational costs, implementing KPIs and continuous improvement strategies
- Coordinate vehicle allocation and availability to optimise customer service and repair capacity
- Establish and maintain relationships with internal teams, suppliers, leasing providers, and maintenance partners
- Ensure all fleet operations adhere to DVSA regulations and relevant road transport legislation
- Handle vehicle documentation, compliance records, and reporting requirements
- Lead initiatives to improve fleet efficiency and safety standards
Requirements of the Fleet Manager:
- CPC licence or equivalent qualification
- Strong knowledge of DVSA regulations and road transport legislation
- Proven experience managing a large and varied fleet, including cars, vans, and HGVs
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts
- Knowledge of vehicle safety standards and transportation regulations
Contact Martin Bane, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Bognor Regis and West Sussex, today to discover more about this fantastic Fleet Manager opportunity.
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