Workshop Fleet Manager

Workshop Fleet Manager

Our client is a national leader in delivering first-class transport solutions and is seeking an experienced Workshop Fleet Manager to oversee a busy commercial vehicle depot.

This is a varied and hands-on leadership role with responsibilities split across operational management and stakeholder engagement.

The Role

As Workshop Fleet Manager, you will:

Manage a busy commercial vehicle depot, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory, Health & Safety, and best practice standards
Identify and develop new retail and service opportunities to support business growth
Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, ensuring consistently high levels of customer satisfaction
This role is critical to the smooth running of a fast-paced service and aftersales operation.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day running of the workshop
Allocate jobs to a team of highly skilled Vehicle Engineers using a structured workflow system
Ensure all work is completed to the required specifications, quality standards, and timeframes
Your workshop will typically be responsible for:

Routine and preventative maintenance
MOT preparation
Scheduled servicing in line with DVSA standards
6–8 weekly vehicle inspections
Diagnosing and correcting running defects
Chassis and fabrication work
Hydraulics and pneumatics maintenance
Electrical and wiring diagnostics and repairs
Continuous improvement of vehicle standards

About the Fleet

You will oversee maintenance and servicing across a diverse fleet, including:

Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs)
Road tankers
MOD vehicles
Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
Gritters
Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs)
Road sweepers
The workshop supports a mix of diesel, hybrid, and fully electric vehicles, so up-to-date knowledge of modern vehicle technologies is essential.

About You

Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Calm and professional approach in high-pressure environments
Proven experience within a commercial vehicle, fleet, or workshop environment
Strong understanding of compliance, safety, and operational best practices
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed