JOB SUMMARY:

Manage and co-ordinate the DC’s Fleet activities. Develop and implement strategies to provide a level of service to the DC that meets or surpasses expectation. Ensure that the fleet is maintained to the correct standard. Meet the daily needs of the distribution centre. Ensure the fleet meets compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements whilst balancing the business needs against the cost to meet budgets and delivery schedules. Reduce costs of repair and challenge the management and ensure costs are central.
About Us: Martin Brower UK & Ireland is a global supply chain and logistics leader that thrives on innovation and sustainable practices. As the backbone of some of the world’s largest restaurant brands, including McDonald’s, Martin Brower prides itself on simplifying supply chains and driving efficiency in food logistics.

• Ensure the provision of a comprehensive Fleet Management service to Site Management, which is in line with central established policies
• Management of contractors, ensuring work quality and cost effectiveness to meet the requirements of the operation
• To assist the Distribution Manager with the formulation of annual budgets
• To keep aware of industry standards and new design developments, making recommendations for efficiency and cost improvements
• Influence and coach depot personnel to improved fleet efficiency
• The control of all maintenance and repair procedures and practices covering commercial vehicles
• Maintenance of all Health and Safety policies covering the use of equipment
• Advising and auditing Site Control procedures for the safe and legal operation of commercial vehicles
• To advise and support sites in the actions required to complete accident repairs to meet the requirements of insurers
• Ensuring full compliance of our O license
• Scheduling of all equipment for service or repairs
• Ensuring that the daily availability of equipment meets the operational needs
• Control of all maintenance invoices
• Raising and control of purchase orders
• Communication with suppliers to minimise equipment downtime
• Carrying out minor defect repairs
• Checking and agreeing defects
• Questioning and challenging suppliers over repair times and cost
• Cost centre budget control
• Supplier meetings
• Monitoring compliance of Health & Safety by supplier’s staff when on site
• Maintain vehicle history files and ensure compliance with legislation
• Provide statistical analysis of cost to the transport manager to assist with cost reduction