Assistant Fleet Engineering Manager
*£40k + company car + bonus scheme
*Based in the Southampton area with UK travel
*Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week)
*Strong benefits package and long-term progression opportunities
About the Client
Due to continued growth, we’re working with a well-established UK organisation operating within the environmental and waste management sector. They are known for their people-first culture, long-standing workforce, and commitment to sustainability and operational excellence. The business offers a supportive environment where individuals can develop and build long-term careers.
The Benefits
*Annual bonus scheme
*Company car provided
*Pension plan and share options
*33 days holiday including bank holidays, with buy/sell scheme
*Healthcare cash plan (dental, optical, physio, GP access)
*Employee recognition and long service awards
*Ongoing training and development opportunities
The Assistant Fleet Engineering Manager Role:
You’ll support the Fleet Engineer in ensuring the safety, performance, and reliability of a specialist vehicle fleet. This is a hands-on and varied role, combining technical oversight with supplier management and compliance.
You’ll be involved in maintaining fleet standards, supporting incident investigations, and helping shape maintenance strategies to ensure vehicles remain roadworthy, compliant, and cost-effective. The role will also require travel across sites, with occasional overnight stays.
Assistant Fleet Engineering Manager Essential Skills:
*NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in HGV engineering and maintenance
*Strong understanding of transport legislation and compliance (ADR knowledge advantageous)
*Experience supporting fleet operations and maintenance strategies
*Confident IT skills and ability to manage data effectively
*Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
*Proactive, organised, and able to manage workload independently
*Full UK driving licence
To Be Considered:
Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via .
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Key Skills
Ex-Military, Engineering, Fleet Management, HGV, Transport Compliance, ADR, Maintenance, Operations, Leadership, Technical Support