This is a hands-on, detail-driven role responsible for controlling and coordinating fleet and distribution operations. The responsibilities below are not in-depth and may include additional operational tasks as required.

• Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, compliant, and serviced as scheduled.
• Oversee inspections, preventative maintenance, breakdowns, and repairs, ensuring timely completion.
• Control DRS (fault reporting) and monitor closure of defects.
• Verify vehicle licensing, COFs, and driver compliance (PDPs, medicals).
• Maintain accurate fleet and distribution records, reporting, and operational dashboards.
• Allocate vehicles and drivers daily based on operational requirements.
• Brief drivers before dispatch and debrief after completion to monitor route and delivery performance.
• Track deliveries in real time, follow up on delays, and escalate issues as required.
• Maintain daily Vehicle Availability Schedule (VAS) and communicate to operations.
• Monitor supplier performance and repair turnaround times.
• Act as the operational link between drivers, fleet, and operations.
• Ensure yard operations, including parking, truck wash, and compliance, meet standards.
• Review, verify, and raised credit notes and stock return reports.
• Handle escalations regarding driver performance, discipline, and operational issues.
• Ensure audit-ready documentation for inspections, services, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify recurring operational issues and recommend process improvements.