Fleet Manager

Requisition ID  11914  - Posted -  New Zealand Couriers  -  Operations  -  New Plymouth  -  New Plymouth  -  Permanent Full Time  -  Transportation, Couriers, Drivers, Longhaul  -  New Zealand  -  Taranaki  -  New Plymouth About New Zealand Couriers Proudly NZ-owned and operated, for over fifty years our company has been driving ahead of the competition thanks to our passionate team and results-focused servicedelivery. Now with over 1,100 employees, and 550 independent contractors in 25 locations across New Zealand, we are proud to serve the local communities we work in, to be New Zealand's most experienced courier provider, and to be the flagship brand of Freightways. The Role Based at our New Plymouth branch, the Fleet Manager is responsible for the management and performance of both the New Zealand Couriers and Post Haste Couriers courier fleet. This role is also critical in the delivery of our premium services to customers, working with the broader management team to ensure service standards are met and exceeded, through the upholding of service level goals and financial targets. Providing hands-on assistance where needed and getting involved with service analysis and reporting, you'll be at the hub of our team, strengthening the link between our drivers, Operations teams and customers. This is a fulltime role, working Monday – Friday 8am-5pm Key responsibilities include Recruiting and maintaining a full fleet of contractor drivers Training drivers towards service excellence Be familiar with current Health and Safety, and Transport legislative requirements, and ensure compliance within the branch. Apply if you have Proven aptitude in leadership – motivating and developing high-performing teams A positive and approachable demeanour both with customers and your fleet Experience in working with operational performance metrics Knowledge and experience in freight/logistics Join us and in return we can offer The chance to lead in a fast-paced and challenging environment Career development opportunities across the Freightways group of companies At New Zealand Couriers, we have forged an entrepreneurial spirit in all that we do and are driven to get things done. If this sounds like you, apply here now ! Please attach your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for this role. Candidates will be required to provide proof of NZ working rights and undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal history check and drug test. #J-18808-Ljbffr