Amber Valley Borough Council
Reference: AVBC000000233
Description: Contract Type:    Permanent
Location:             Central Headquarters, Ripley, Derbyshire
 
  
Amber Valley Borough Council is looking for an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Fleet and Depot Officer.
This is a role where you will oversee and assist with the management of the Councils fleet of vehicles and associated machinery and equipment. You will also be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Landscape Maintenance Depot.
Your Role:
Assist with the management of the fleet of vehicles, equipment and machinery.
Liaise with contractors for the booking of vehicle services, MOT’s, breakdown recovery etc.
Monitor the fleet fuel usage and ensure fuel stocks are replenished in a timely manner.
Assist with the vehicle replacement programme. 
Ensure compliance with legislation including the Commercial Vehicle Operators licence and council policies.
Appoint and monitor contractors and maintain inspection schedules.
Carry out inspections of and update procedures as relevant to the Councils depot to ensure that it operates as a safe working environment.
You will have a knowledge of road transport operations and  grounds maintenance & street cleansing equipment.
Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and council policies.
Devise and implement procedures to assist the Council in achieving its aims and objectives of its Climate change and environmental  strategies and policies.
It is desirable that the post holder has a Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Transport Operations.
In addition, we can offer:
Flexible/Hybrid Working
Pension Scheme
Free on-site parking
A great location in a World Heritage Site
Excellent personal and professional development opportunities
Opportunities to make a difference
 
The closing date is Sunday 19 April 2026 at Midnight  (Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted)
Provisional Interview Date: 11 May 2026
  
Please see Job Description here Job Description
 
Please see Person Specification here Person Specification
CVs are not accepted
 
Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Amber Valley Borough Council.  Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Region: Full Time Permanent
Location:
Salary: Grade 6 – *GBP*33,143 to *GBP*36,363 per year
Package:
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Central Headquarters, Ripley, Derbyshire
Amber Valley Borough Council is looking for an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Fleet and Depot Officer.
This is a role where you will oversee and assist with the management of the Councils fleet of vehicles and associated machinery and equipment. You will also be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Landscape Maintenance Depot.
Your Role:
Assist with the management of the fleet of vehicles, equipment and machinery.
Liaise with contractors for the booking of vehicle services, MOT’s, breakdown recovery etc.
Monitor the fleet fuel usage and ensure fuel stocks are replenished in a timely manner.
Assist with the vehicle replacement programme.
Ensure compliance with legislation including the Commercial Vehicle Operators licence and council policies.
Appoint and monitor contractors and maintain inspection schedules.
Carry out inspections of and update procedures as relevant to the Councils depot to ensure that it operates as a safe working environment.
You will have a knowledge of road transport operations and grounds maintenance & street cleansing equipment.
Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and council policies.
Devise and implement procedures to assist the Council in achieving its aims and objectives of its Climate change and environmental strategies and policies.
It is desirable that the post holder has a Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Transport Operations.
In addition, we can offer:
The closing date is Sunday 19 April 2026 at Midnight (Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted)
Provisional Interview Date: 11 May 2026
Please see Job Description here Job Description
Please see Person Specification here Person Specification
CVs are not accepted
Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Amber Valley Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.