Regional Fleet Manager

What will I be doing?

• Managing a multi-workshop environment of both internal and external service providers across a wide geographical spread.
• Responsible for designing and delivering against the road map for all Fleet Operations within the regional territory, including ensuring that is supports our operational needs across the whole business.
• Build, develop and manage a successful team of workshop managers, technicians and administrative support teams to ensure an engaged and effective workforce.
• Coach, mentor and develop the regional fleet team to ensure long-term consistency of service delivery and successful succession planning.
• Utilise a professional level vehicle engineering qualification or relevant time served to support the regional fleet team with problem solving, fault finding and pro-active maintenance analysis.
• Overall responsibility for ensuring that DVSA vehicle standards and inspection regimes are adhered to and made sure that legal compliance within the regional fleet is always met. Ensuring that all workshops, internal and external, within the region meet SUEZ standards of operation and are fully compliant.
• Managing of third-party maintenance service providers.
• Overall budgetary responsibility for the region both at an operational level and a strategic capital purchase level.
• Responsibility for the implementation and delivery of Lean / Six Sigma working practices across all internal workshops to delivery effective cost control and service efficiency.
• Responsible for health, safety & welfare compliance. Liaison with the operational Regional Managers and Contract / Service Delivery Managers to ensure effective fleet provision across the region.

What are the requirements?

• Heavy Goods Vehicle servicing, inspection and MOT preparation requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability see insights in data that can inform decision making
• Knowledge of fleet operational requirements in both industrial and commercial, and municipal environments.
• Knowledge of vehicle telematics to increase fuel efficiency and help reduce operational cost.
• Knowledge of waste industry service requirements, operational systems and collection methodologies to ensure effective asset utilisation.
• Lean / Six Sigma internal / yellow belt training as a minimum.

What qualification's do I require?

• Degree qualified, or equivalent further education
• Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician level 3 or equivalent
• IOSH as minimum but NEBOSH preferred
• CPC in Road Haulage
• HGV Class 2 driving licence (Desirable)

At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do - for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values - they're everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you're excited about this opportunity but don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we're looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth - including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today's environmental challenges into tomorrow's innovative water and waste solutions.

At SUEZ, your work truly matters - driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.

Meet your recruiter:

Jorda n Patrick - In-house Technical Recruiter

A specialist In House Technical recruiter with over 9years experience. As an In-House Technical Recruiter for SUEZ my main focuses are managingour Fleet Division and OurMunicipal sites. I work along-side our stakeholders to find the best talentand to help create solutions for our recruitment needs.

I amvery passionate about finding candidates their perfect role and making sure that our recruitment process is streamlined to make it as swift and seamless as possible. My expertise lie in a variety of different sectors includingtransport+logistics, technical and engineering.

I'vespent the past four years working in the waste and sustainability sector, andit'sincredibly rewarding to be part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to making a positive impact on our planet.