Fleet Manager

Job Summary

Odysse is a growing, data-driven electric vehicle fleet operator. We manage a fleet of over 50 electric vehicles, and counting, operated by professional employed drivers on major ride-hailing platforms in London's private hire (PCO) market. We combine technology, data and hands-on fleet management to deliver efficient, reliable and sustainable mobility services.

We are looking for an experienced, hands-on EV Fleet Manager to take ownership of our fleet operations, driver performance and commercial results.

We need someone who is comfortable leading a team, working directly with drivers, analysing performance, solving operational problems and taking responsibility for results. Someone who can manage today's operations while continuously improving how we work.

Typical package includes

• Salary: £45,000 per annum, subject to experience
• Performance bonus: Up to 10% of annual base salary, subject to achievement of agreed performance objectives
• Paid annual leave and company pension
• Employment: Full-time, permanent PAYE position
• Location: Croydon, London
• Reports to: COO

Duties

• Own fleet performance: Set and understand weekly targets, monitor KPIs, identify performance gaps and take action to improve results.
• Lead the Crew Chief: Set priorities, delegate routine driver management tasks and ensure things get done.
• Stay hands-on with drivers: Conduct inductions, coach drivers, address performance issues and handle escalations personally.
• Keep vehicles productive: Oversee maintenance, repairs, vehicle availability and operational downtime.
• Manage safety and compliance: Handle incidents, enforce company policies and maintain professional driving standards.
• Solve operational problems: Take ownership of difficult situations, make decisions and escalate only when necessary.
• Help improve the business: Identify inefficiencies, improve processes and implement operational changes alongside the COO.
• Support recruitment: Participate in final driver interviews when required and help maintain a reliable, productive driver workforce.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience in fleet, transport, logistics or similar operational management.
• Proven experience managing drivers or frontline operational teams.
• Commercial awareness and confidence working with KPIs, targets and performance data.
• Ability to manage difficult conversations, performance issues and operational escalations.
• Practical knowledge of vehicle operations, maintenance and incident management.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and confidence using digital systems and operational management tools.
• Familiarity with AI tools (such as ChatGPT) and willingness to use them to improve productivity, analyse information and streamline everyday tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally and effectively with drivers, colleagues and external partners.
• A proactive, accountable and firm but fair management style.
• Full UK driving licence.

Experience in private hire, electric vehicles or TfL compliance would be an advantage, but is not essential.

What we offer

• Salary: £45,000 per annum, subject to experience
• Performance bonus: Up to 10% of annual base salary, subject to achievement of agreed performance objectives

Why join Odysse?

You'll take on a meaningful operational leadership role in a growing, technology-driven mobility company, reporting directly to the COO.

You'll have real responsibility for fleet performance, the opportunity to shape operational processes and a clear path towards broader fleet and workforce management responsibilities as the business develops.

Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person