Fleet and Plant Manager

Fleet and Plant Manager

Nottingham

£37,317 - £42,878 per annum

We’re looking for a highly organised and knowledgeable Fleet and Plant Manager to lead the management of NCHA’s fleet operations. This includes corporate-owned, leased, and grey fleet vehicles, as well as plant and machinery used across our Assets and Property Services teams.

You’ll be instrumental in shaping our fleet strategy, ensuring compliance with legislation and health and safety standards, and driving sustainability and efficiency across the fleet.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a forward-thinking Fleet Manager to lead the strategic development of our fleet and plant operations. In this role, you will oversee the procurement, maintenance and disposal of equipment, whilst implementing robust fleet policies aligned with health and safety, environmental and regulatory standards. You will manage leasing agreements and supplier relationships to ensure optimal value, monitor grey fleet compliance and champion environmental targets including carbon reduction and green fleet initiatives. The successful candidate will drive innovation, including the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and lead the adoption of fleet management technologies. You will be responsible for managing fleet budgets, fuel usage, accident processes and supporting operational teams with vehicle and plant availability. Additionally, you will provide training to drivers, function as the key contact for regulatory bodies, insurers and auditors and oversee the Fleet Administrator, including recruitment and development.

Are you…

A collaborator with the ability to work independently and take initiative?

Experienced in fleet management, ideally within housing, local authority, or property maintenance?

Knowledgeable in fleet legislation, compliance, and health and safety?

Skilled in budget management, data analysis, and using fleet management software?

Experienced in managing people and supporting change?

Committed to NCHA’s CLEAR values and continuous personal development?

Hold a valid driving licence and be willing to travel when required for the role?

Why Work With Us?

“At NCHA, we don’t just build homes—we build a workplace where people thrive. Being named a Great Place to Work reflects our shared commitment to compassion, collaboration, and community impact.”

This is a newly created role, allowing you to shape and develop the future of NCHA’s fleet operations. You will be offered a generous starting salary, with yearly increments and have access to all our employee benefits.

Interviews will be held in Clifton, Nottingham on 2nd October 2025

NCHA strives to be a welcoming and inclusive employer as such we particularly welcome applicants from ethnic minority communities, LGBTQ+ communities, candidates with disabilities, as they are currently under-represented within our workforce principally in our people manager roles.