Fleet Operations Manager - 7669

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National, North East, South West, West Midlands
Fradley, Kidderminster , Shrewsbury , Solihull , Tewkesbury
Riversmeet House, Hafren House, Mance House, Sentinel House, Sapphire East
Staff Grade 6
Permanent
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Part Time Term Time
Business Management & Improvement, Commercial, Environment & Sustainability
£43,777
You will ensure that the Environment Agency's fleet assets are fully and legally compliant, safe, efficient and effective in order to meet operational needs and minimise the environmental impact of the fleet.
The successful candidate will lead an operational team to deliver results on time, to required quality standards and cost, to fulfil the business plan and achieve / support environmental goals.
You will build and sustain effective relationships internally and with external suppliers in order to ensure continuing effective operation of the Environment Agency’s fleet and provide line management and support to the Technical Officers and Fleet Operations Coordinators in order to maximise their development and performance. You will lead on projects relevant to area of expertise to resolve operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.
Fleet Operations is a National Service and the role of Fleet Operations Manager is responsible for a defined geographical area. The post holder will be an active member of the Fleet Operations management team.

Responsibility for up to 1,500 fleet assets with a replacement value of £22million, the post holder will be responsible for an annual spend of £1.75million in relation to service, repair and maintenance.

Regular travel will be required, including overnight stays.
Ideally, you will hold, or be working towards a Transport Management Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
You will have a sound understand of the business and activities of a Fleet Management Function, and solid working knowledge of the technical legislation.
The successful candidate will be able to lead, coach and develop dispersed teams and to oversee the management of a technical support service.
You will be able to build networks, engage other managers and develop and communicate fleet management strategies.

The team is committed to delivering a first class customer service and therefore you can influence customers and internal stakeholders to build strong partnerships and maintain an excellent reputation.
Closing date: 11th March 2018 at 23:55 hours
For more information, please contact
David Newborough
Strategic Fleet Manager (Operations) | DEFRA Group Fleet Services

email david.newborough@environment-agency.gov.uk

The team is committed to supporting the Environment Agency during major incidents and the post holder will be expected to undertake and interesting incident role.

Defra Group Fleet Services are committed to developing our people and the role represents a fantastic opportunity to grow professionally, within a supportive team.

The post can be based out of a variety of Environment Agency offices. Please feel free to discuss with David.

11/03/2018, 23:55 hours

Basic Check
Develops People
Makes sure team members have the skills, knowledge and experience to successfully carry out their current role and to develop into future roles.

Describe a time when you have developed a team or individuals to achieve more. What barriers did you have to overcome? What did you achieve together? How did you measure success?
Manages the Business
Understands the Environment Agency’s business processes and how to maximise the use of resources in an efficient and effective way .

Tell us about a time when you have had to work with others to obtain resources to complete a project or piece of work. What skills did you use? What processes did you use? What were the outcomes?
Delivers Results Through Others
Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.
Describe a time you have taken an idea, communicated it and led a team to produce a successful outcome.
Customer and Partner Relations
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses.

Tell us about a time when you have had to work to prove a new or difficult relationship. What did you do? What were the barriers and how did you overcome them? What was the result?
Driving License, CPC
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.

This Vacancy is closed to applications.