Job title Fleet & Plant Operations Manager Ref 38672 Division Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Hours 36 hours per week Salary Offering between £44,000 to £57,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Job grade B Closing date 19/09/2025

We are currently recruiting a Fleet & Plant Operations Manager to develop and implement strategies to support the delivery of a cost-effective and fully compliant fleet operating model, with a focus on operator licence undertakings, fleet compliance, vehicle and plant maintenance and the effective utilisation of plant.

What you will be doing as a Fleet & Plant Operations Manager

• Develop, agree and implement robust policies, standards, systems and processes to ensure the ongoing compliance of the Operator Licence.
• Develop, agree and implement robust policies, standards, systems and processes in respect of maintenance management, to deliver a cost-effective, timely and compliant fleet.
• Continuously monitor the profile of our Plant fleet, building in-depth knowledge of Plant requirements and usage. Develop and implement strategies to maximise utilisation, resulting in a lean, yet highly utilised plant fleet.
• Support and forecast financial budget in the area of responsibility, demonstrating an understanding of risks and opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement by monitoring own and supplier performance, seeking stakeholders’ views and taking appropriate actions based on the information obtained.
• Provide specialist advice to influence decision-making and/or development of solutions in respect of vehicle and plant design in line with the application.
• Employ a leading practice approach through keeping in touch with the latest developments in the industry and across companies, in compliance and maintenance management and associated legislation to make supported recommendations for improvements.
• Manage and develop key stakeholder relationships to improve business performance.
• Provide leadership and development to team members.
• Manage ad-hoc projects as required.

The base location for this role will be Clearwater Court, Reading, on a Hybrid basis.

Hours of work are 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

What you should bring to the role

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:

• Experience working with vehicle maintenance.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety, Construction & Use, Trailers & Loading, Licensing, Drivers Hours and other relevant legislation.
• Good organisation and project management skills.
• People management and leadership skills.
• Proven financial management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Full valid driving licence.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering between £44,000 to £57,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Car Allowance of £4,500 per annum.
• Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support .

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.