National Fleet Manager

Job title:

National Fleet Manager

Company

An Post

Job description

Role PurposeAn Post operates a fleet of over 3700 delivery vehicles in Delivery Units nationwide. Reporting to the Head of Logistics, the National Fleet Manager oversees the management, administration and maintenance of An Post’s Final Mile Delivery Fleet and related equipment & suppliers. The National Fleet Manager will work as part of a team responsible for supporting our Final Mile delivery & collections operations through managing & maintaining a diverse range of vehicles including CMV’s, eTrikes and cycles. The National Fleet Manager will partner with suppliers to continually find the most effective & efficient solutions to meet the evolving needs of our business.ResponsibilitiesThe primary accountabilities associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:Safety First: Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and regulations.Ensure compliance with Road Traffic acts and Company policies.Lead, support, guide & direct the Transport Administration Manager and teams to ensure the effective running of the Transport administration office.KPI’s & Metrics: Ensure that all available data & insights are used to improve the effective & efficient running of our Final Mile fleet.Procurement: Partner with our Procurement teams to compliantly procure vehicles, plant and related services (e.g., fuel, spare parts) by preparing specifications, arranging tender procedures, and evaluating tenders.Supplier & Stakeholder Relations: Foster productive working partnerships & relationships both internally and externally with key stakeholders and suppliers.Responsible for vehicle specification and maintenance of the fleet.Manage a team of four Regional Transport Managers and be responsible for their performance and development.Maintain fleet within agreed budgets and standards ensuring costs are actively assessed and managed.This is an evolving role which will change depending on the needs of the business.Advocating and demonstrating An Post’s values and behaviours in your day to day work and addressing behaviour that supports/conflicts with them.Knowledge & ExperienceYou must have at least 3 years’ fleet management experience with the necessary technical and management experience and/or qualifications. You have proven working knowledge and experience utilising data driven insights to optimise efficiencies and performance.You are self-motivated, capable of working on your own initiative and as part of a team with the ability to work to strict deadlines. Knowledge of developments in the Motor Industry, Road Traffic Acts, Health & Safety Regulations as well as strong commercial awareness is essential. As a leader you have strong management skills and are passionate about the development of others, thus strong interpersonal and leadership skills are also essential.This role is currently based in Mullingar Transport HQ and will require regular travel to sites nationally.Excellent leadership, strategic thinking and coaching ability are crucial for this role, as you will ultimately be responsible for large numbers of staff. You will be a strongly motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills.Critical Competencies(The following competencies are critical to the delivery of results and/or to superior performance in this role:)LeadershipResults OrientationCustomer & Quality FocusedPlanning & OrganisingAbout the BenefitsIn addition to a highly competitive remuneration package we offer access to the following:An Post Company Medical SchemeAn Post Pension SchemePRIP Bonus SchemePaid Maternity LeavePaid Paternity LeaveAn Post Employee Assistance ProgrammeDigital gym with daily scheduled workoutsSecure on-site bicycle parking & Cycle to Work SchemeTax Saver Travel PassHow to Apply?We welcome all interested candidates to submit a detailed CV to by 5.00pm on 25th July 2024.At An Post we appreciate the value that diversity brings and believe our workforce should be reflective of the customers and communities we serve. That is why we actively welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on gender, age, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, membership of the Travelling community, or family status. An Post is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process, or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at .About An PostAn Post is one of Ireland’s leading organisations, offering financial and postal services as well as being a trusted gateway to government services. We are transforming from the old world of traditional letters and cash to the new digital world of e-commerce parcels and financial services.An Post’s core purpose — to act for the common good, improving the lives of people in Ireland, now and for generations to come — is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do. Corporate Social Responsibility plays a pivotal role at An Post as we focus on developing long-term sustainability. Diversity and Inclusion are also embedded in our strategy, as we continuously evolve to be representative of our employees and the communities we serve. today!

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Location

Ireland

Job date

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 03:36:12 GMT

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