Fleet Manager

Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP)

Service Area: Service Delivery

Hours of Work: 37 Per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000

KBS Maritime delivers Asset Management, Facilities Management and Energy Solutions across the maritime and defence environments. With parent companies KBR and BAE Systems the JV has the pedigree of two huge companies, but we have the ethos of a small business where our people are valued and empowered to succeed. It’s a great place to work and we bring opportunity to all our team

We’re seeking a Fleet Asset & Services Manager to lead the management of our company-operated fleet across KBS Maritime. Based at HM Naval Base Portsmouth, you’ll oversee the full lifecycle of fleet assets, working with stakeholders, suppliers and regulatory bodies to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations.

This role may include an on-call rota and overtime to support operational demands.

What you will be doing:

• Managing the full lifecycle of fleet assets, from acquisition and deployment through to maintenance, replacement and disposal.
• Overseeing fleet maintenance, servicing, inspections and repairs to ensure vehicles remain safe, compliant and operationally ready.
• Managing vehicle lease agreements, supplier performance and associated fleet budgets to deliver value for money.
• Ensuring compliance with fleet regulations, operator licence requirements, driver standards and transport legislation.
• Using fleet management systems and performance data to optimise utilisation, reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and MOD partners to support effective fleet service delivery.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance fleet performance, sustainability, compliance and cost control.

What you will bring:

• Experience managing fleet assets, vehicle services or transport operations.
• Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance, fleet compliance and transport regulations.
• Experience working with suppliers and contractors to deliver effective services.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident communicator, able to build positive relationships with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders.
• CPC qualification, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to hold and maintain an Operator Licence.
• Comfortable using data and reporting to support decision-making and identify improvements.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

About you:

• A strong communicator who enjoys building positive working relationships.
• Organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage your own workload.
• Comfortable working in a changing environment and helping to improve processes and ways of working.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with a willingness to take ownership and make things happen.
• Able to work collaboratively while also being confident working independently.
• Adaptable, professional and committed to delivering a high standard of service.
• Keen to identify improvements and contribute to the ongoing development of the fleet function.

You’ll get:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period
• Early finish on a Friday
• Discretionary company bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or you can increase your contribution to 6% and company contribution will increase to 10%
• Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s)
• Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues
• Cycle to work scheme
• Group income protection
• Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)
• Free parking onsite
• Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position.
• Continued professional career development
• Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)
• Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services
• Discount off entry into the Historic Dockyard

Application process:

Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date 30th October 2026

Background checks & security

Please note that due to the nature of the site we are based on and the work carried out, once offered we carry out a number of pre-employment checks which include UKSV clearance applications – you will need to be eligible for this and willing to go through the process. For more information, please speak with the Talent & Recruitment team.

About us:

At KBS Maritime, we’re not just another company – we’re an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy.

With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy’s surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that’s unlike any other.

By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK’s National Defence and Security. But it’s not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed.

KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief.

We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please contact [email protected]