28 Nov
Symal Group
Avalon Beach
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Due to Symal Group’s fantastic growth phase, we are looking to bring on board a Light Vehicle Fleet Manager to join a collaborative team.
Role Description
The Light Vehicle Fleet Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the company’s light vehicle fleet, overseeing vehicle maintenance, allocation, procurement, and key stakeholder relationships. The position plays a critical role in ensuring fleet efficiency, compliance, and alignment with Symal Group’s Light Vehicle Strategy.
Reporting to the Asset Projects & Compliance Manager, this permanent position will be initially based in Spotswood and will move to a brand new office in Avalon by the end of February 2026.
Implementation of Strategies and Plans
- Be a key part of strategic management of light vehicles & alignment with company growth and sustainability goals.
- Review & process Light Vehicle Requests forms and related documents.
- Oversee vehicle replacement plans & lifecycle cost analysis.
Reporting and Stakeholder Management
- Monitor & report on fleet availability & downtime, providing insights to improve operational readiness & reduce asset downtime.
- Analyse fleet utilisation trends to identify underused or overused assets & provide actionable insights to optimise allocation & reduce operational costs.
- Use dashboards & reports that track supplier performance metrics, including service delivery times, maintenance quality, & cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders & external suppliers to ensure timely resolution of fleet-related issues & alignment with contractual obligations.
Vehicle Allocation and Utilisation
- Manage allocation of vehicles across projects & departments based on formal requests from upper management.
- Optimise fleet utilisation through data analysis & stakeholder engagement.
- Compile monthly reports to the Asset Project & Compliance Manager outlining current utilisation & upcoming allocations.
Fleet Procurement and Lease Management
- Manage procurement of light vehicles in line with budget & operational requirements.
- Evaluate & negotiate operating lease agreements to ensure cost-effectiveness & flexibility.
Fleet Maintenance and Compliance
- Oversee vehicle build-up programs for all light vehicles, working closely with vehicle suppliers to manage scope & timeframes.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, & regulatory standards.
- Conduct regular audits on vehicle condition reports and help resolve ongoing issues.
- Provide guidance, training, & performance oversight.
Who Are You?
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in fleet management, asset coordination, or logistics within a construction or industrial setting.
- A strong understanding of vehicle maintenance, procurement, & compliance.
- Proven experience in stakeholder engagement & contract negotiation.
- Ideally leadership experience with direct reports or team coordination.
Seniority Level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
- Full-time
Job Function
- Management and Manufacturing
Industries
- Construction
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📌 Light Vehicle Fleet Manager (Avalon Beach)
🏢 Symal Group
📍 Avalon Beach
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