Vacancies

Fleet & Plant Manager

Location:
Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits Package

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Management:

• Manage the ordering of company cars in line with policy documents and employee requirements.
• Maintain an up-to-date fleet database, reporting changes as necessary.
• Review and update the company car list bi-annually, recommending additions or removals based on uptake and obsolescence.
• Provide monthly mileage reviews (actual vs. proposed contract mileage) and ensure compliance with DVLA regulations for grey fleet drivers (insurance, licenses, V5, MOT, tax).
• Ensure all accidents are reported in line with insurer and driver handbook requirements, resolving cases promptly.
• Conduct market testing of contract hire rates, proposing supplier additions or omissions as necessary.

Plant Management:

• Ensure all Caddick-owned plant, including road sweepers, is "hired out" internally or externally to maximize commercial benefit.
• Produce monthly commercial reports on hired-out plant usage.
• Recommend plant purchases or sales based on HSE regulations, asset age, and maintenance costs.
• Maintain the Hilti OnTrack asset system for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with the Caddick Construction Plant Manager to align strategies and optimize resource usage.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Produce monthly reports on fleet and plant performance, including ordered vehicles, outstanding deliveries, damages, insurance claims, and commercial benefits.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve asset utilization and cost-efficiency.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the construction plant and car/van fleet industries.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to produce detailed reports and analyses.
• Negotiation Skills: Skilled in negotiating with suppliers and contractors to secure favourable terms.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong awareness of cost-efficiency and maximizing commercial benefits.
• Organizational Ability: Excellent planning and time-management skills to meet deadlines.
• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communicator, capable of building strong working relationships.
• Team Player: Collaborative approach to working with internal teams and stakeholders.

Why Join Caddick Group?

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
  We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.
• Career Growth:
  As part of a growing organization, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.
• A People-Centred Approach:
  We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Email CV & covering letter to Tom Fowler - tomfowler@caddick.co.uk