Fleet Manager

About 313 Enterprise Ltd

313 Enterprise Ltd is a courier service provider working in partnership with DPD Middleton Distribution Centre. We operate a fleet of delivery vans and are responsible for delivering parcels on behalf of DPD to customers safely, efficiently and within the required delivery timescales.

Our fleet plays a vital role in ensuring that parcels leave the depot on time and reach customers promptly. The Fleet Manager will therefore be an important part of our daily operation, ensuring our vans are safe, reliable, roadworthy, well maintained and ready for drivers each day.

Fleet Manager – Role Summary

We are seeking an organised, proactive and hands-on Fleet Manager to oversee the company’s fleet of vans and support our day-to-day courier operations.

This is a fast-paced and demanding role where priorities can change quickly. The successful candidate will need to be able to react quickly to vehicle issues, breakdowns, repairs and operational requirements while ensuring the fleet remains available and ready for drivers.

The Fleet Manager will report directly to the Director and will play a key role in keeping the company's delivery operation running smoothly.

Working Hours

7:00am – 3:00pm, 5 days per week minimum

The preferred working pattern is Monday to Friday. Due to the operational requirements of the fleet, occasional overtime may be required at weekends, particularly when necessary to deal with vehicle maintenance, repairs, servicing or other operational requirements.

The 7:00am start is essential to ensure the fleet is ready for the first wave of drivers leaving site at 7:00am, with any vehicle issues identified and addressed before vehicles depart.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the company’s fleet of vans, ensuring they are well maintained, serviced and kept in safe working condition.
• Ensure vans are ready for the first wave of drivers leaving site at 7:00am each day.
• Monitor and arrange MOTs, vehicle servicing, repairs, inspections and routine maintenance, ensuring these are completed on time.
• Maintain accurate records of MOTs, servicing, repairs, vehicle documentation, licences and compliance requirements.
• Identify and respond quickly to vehicle faults and breakdowns, arranging repairs with garages and service providers as required.
• Carry out regular checks of vehicle condition and ensure issues are dealt with promptly to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Work closely with drivers to identify and resolve vehicle-related issues.
• Manage vehicle parts, tyres, supplies and maintenance requirements.
• Liaise with garages, repair centres, suppliers and other service providers.
• Ensure all fleet vehicles meet relevant legal, safety and company requirements.
• Ensure replacement vehicles or alternative arrangements are organised when vans are unavailable.
• Monitor fleet costs, vehicle utilisation and maintenance expenditure.
• Maintain accurate fleet records and ensure all documentation is kept up to date.
• Support the smooth running of daily courier operations by ensuring vehicles are available when required.
• Identify and implement improvements to fleet and transport processes.
• Provide regular updates to the Director regarding fleet condition, vehicle issues, repairs, maintenance, costs and any operational concerns.

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience in fleet management, transport, logistics or vehicle administration is preferred but not essential.
• Full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
• An interest in vehicles, maintenance and transport operations would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple vehicles, maintenance schedules and priorities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to liaise confidently with garages, vehicle repair providers, suppliers and drivers.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and ensure MOTs, servicing, repairs and compliance requirements are completed on time.
• A proactive approach with the ability to identify problems and take action quickly.
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for the fleet.
• Willingness to learn and undertake any relevant training required for the role.

The Role

This is a hands-on, fast-paced position within a busy, time-critical courier operation. The successful candidate will report directly to the Director and will be responsible for ensuring our fleet remains safe, compliant, reliable and operational.

The role is critical to ensuring our drivers can leave site on time and that 313 Enterprise Ltd continues to provide a reliable and timely delivery service to DPD and its customers.

Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking
• UK visa sponsorship

Work Location: In person