Fleet Manager
Oversee the purchasing and upkeep of a business's fleet of vehicles.
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- What's it like to be a Fleet Manager?
- How to become a Fleet Manager
- Latest Fleet Manager jobs
- Top skills and experience for Fleet Managers
- Is Fleet Manager the right role for you?
- Fleet Manager role reviews
What's it like to be a Fleet Manager?
Fleet Managers optimise the transportation needs of an organisation. Their role includes selecting vehicles to purchase, hiring, training and scheduling drivers and overseeing vehicle maintenance and regulatory compliance.
Tasks and duties
- Recruiting, managing and training drivers.
- Choosing the most efficient vehicles for a fleet in accordance with business needs.
- Negotiating purchases, including deciding whether to rent, lease or buy vehicles.
- Organising the maintenance and repair of vehicles.
- Ensuring vehicles meet safety rules, laws and regulations and compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Scheduling drivers and routes, tracking transport vehicles, and handling any problems that arise.
How to become a Fleet Manager
It’s possible to work as a Fleet Manager without a formal qualification, but you usually need a combination of education and industry experience.
- Complete a relevant VET course, such as a Diploma of Logistics (TLI50221). Alternatively, complete a relevant bachelor degree, such as a Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) or Bachelor of Commerce.
- Gain experience in logistics, procurement or transportation management. On-the-job training is often provided for entry-level roles in these fields.
- Complete additional certifications and/or licences as required by your employer. This could include a heavy vehicle licence.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Fleet Manager employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Fleet Management
Vehicle Service
Fleet Sales
Heavy Vehicle Knowledge
Operational Efficiency
Fleet Maintenance
Insurance Claims
Fleet Management System
Team Leadership
Negotiation
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Latest Fleet Manager reviews
May 2024
As a Fleet Manager, I've navigated the complexities of maintaining, optimizing, and managing a diverse fleet of vehicles to ensure operational efficiency and contribute to the organization's success.
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Logistics
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationBanking & Financial Services
The good thingsWorking as a Fleet Manager can be both challenging and rewarding. It involves overseeing the operations of a fleet of vehicles, ensuring they are maintained, managed efficiently, and used effectively ...
The challengesAs a Fleet Manager, you often face various challenges, such as:
Vehicle Maintenance: Ensuring that all vehicles are properly maintained to minimize breakdowns and maximize uptime can be a significant...
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Mar 2024
Great experience in fleet management. Expect to be on call regularly and be able to makes crucial decisions on the spot.
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationManufacturing, Transport & Logistics
The good thingsAbility to influence repairs and maintenance. Being able to control fleet and facilities.
The challengesLots of after hours work, phone calls and emails especially if the company operates 24/7.
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