Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is seeking to recruit a high-quality individual into this role to manage the Transport Department and our fleet. Through close management of maintenance regimes and logistics at the workshop, you will be responsible for ensuring that our fleet of fire appliances, specialist vehicles, cars and vans are maintained to the required legal and operational standards. The successful applicant would also be involved in the design and procurement of all Service vehicles, helping to shape the future of the fleet within Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service. Based at Malvern in our modern workshop facilities, you may also be required to work remotely at our fire stations across both counties.
We are ideally looking for:
• Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent.
• A recognized management qualification.
• Membership of the Institute for Road Transport Engineers (IRTE) or equivalent.
• Certificate of professional competence (CPC) in National Road Haulage.
• Current driving licence.
• Considerable experience of people and budget management in a fleet environment.
• Experience in using fleet management systems.
We offer:
• Flexible working practices for an average 37hr week Monday to Friday.
• 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 after 5 years plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Local government pension scheme.
• You will receive on the job training and continual professional development.
HWFRS is fully committed to meeting its duties under the Equality Act 2010. We value equality of opportunity and developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We encourage everyone who has the necessary skills and experience to apply.
For an informal discussion please contact Lee Watson on 07827 990401. We would also like to offer any interested applicants a site tour of our workshops in Malvern. For more information on how to apply, including a full job description, please visit www.hwfire.org.uk/join-us/latest-vacancies
The closing date for this vacancy is 11:59pm on Sunday 28 November 2021.