Introduction to the role 

At Chime Housing, we provide vital housing services that help people live better lives. We're looking for a Fleet Manager to lead the effective management of our vehicle fleet, ensuring our frontline repairs and maintenance teams have the resources they need to deliver reliable, high-quality services to customers every day. 

Role purpose 

To provide single-point accountability for the safe, compliant and cost-effective management of Chime's repairs and maintenance fleet. The role is responsible for maximising vehicle availability, managing suppliers and contracts, and identifying opportunities to improve performance and value for money. 

What’s the role? 

Key Accountabilities: 

• Manage the performance, availability and utilisation of a fleet of approximately 100 operational vehicles.  
• Coordinate vehicle servicing, MOTs, inspections, repairs and defect management to ensure fleet compliance and roadworthiness.  
• Monitor fleet costs, fuel usage, telematics data and supplier performance, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce expenditure.  
• Lead on fleet compliance, accident management, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives to deliver measurable operational and financial benefits