Lead a busy 25+ vehicle fleet & driver team in Willawong. Take ownership of daily operations, compliance, maintenance & performance.

25th September, 2026 About the Role

701 Recruitment is seeking an experienced

Fleet Manager

to join a well-established business operating within the

waste management and environmental services industry , based in

Willawong .

This is a hands-on operational role responsible for overseeing a fleet of

25+ vehicles and approximately 25 drivers , ensuring daily operations run safely, efficiently and on schedule.

You will take ownership of the day-to-day management of the fleet and driver team, working closely with operations, maintenance and other internal stakeholders to maximise fleet availability, maintain compliance and ensure a high standard of service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operation of a fleet of 25+ vehicles and drivers

Manage, support and coordinate drivers to ensure daily service requirements are achieved

Monitor vehicle availability, utilisation and overall fleet performance

Coordinate preventative maintenance, servicing and repairs to minimise vehicle downtime

Liaise with workshops, mechanics, suppliers and external service providers

Ensure vehicles remain compliant, roadworthy and fit for purpose

Monitor driver performance, fatigue, safety and compliance requirements

Assist with driver rostering, leave coverage and operational requirements

Respond to breakdowns, vehicle issues and unexpected operational changes

Maintain accurate fleet, servicing, maintenance and compliance records





Monitor fleet costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary expenditure

Support incident investigations and corrective actions where required

Work closely with operational teams to ensure customer service requirements are consistently met

Drive a strong culture of safety, accountability and communication across the driver team

About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

Previous experience in

Fleet Management, Transport Management or Transport Operations

Experience managing both

vehicles and drivers within a busy operational environment

Solid knowledge of fleet maintenance, servicing and compliance requirements

Experience within

waste management, transport, logistics, environmental services or a similar industry

highly regarded

Strong leadership and people management skills

Sound understanding of driver safety, fatigue management and transport compliance

Ability to manage competing priorities and make quick operational decisions

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Good computer literacy and experience maintaining fleet records and reporting

A practical, hands-on approach to managing day-to-day fleet operations

Mandatory Requirements:

Current National Police Check (or must be willing to obtain)

The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fleet or Transport Manager looking to take ownership of an established fleet and driver team within an essential service industry.

You’ll play a key role in keeping the operation moving - ensuring vehicles are available, drivers are supported, compliance is maintained and daily service requirements are delivered safely and efficiently.

📌 Fleet Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 701 Recruitment
📍 Brisbane