Job Description

Fleet Services is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic teamworker with excellent people skills who is committed to providing excellent customer service to our clients. The successful applicant should be focused on delivery to tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy in a fast moving and evolving environment.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

Provide operational input in respect of hire desk and hire contract related matters, ATF activities, DCC asset in-fleeting and supervision of hire desk staff as required.



Provide contract supervisor support in respect of the councils fuel card facility and bunkered fuel resource and non-compliance is reported to the Fleet Business Manager.



Support the Fleet Business Manager in the provision and contract supervision of the Authoritys carbon reduction and efficiency saving projects/schemes with a view to promoting continuous improvement activities.



We encourage you to contact Joanne Mitchell - Fleet Business Manager on 07818510244 via email at joanne.mitchell@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

Educated to NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject or equivalent experience in hire or customer facing environment. Must be proficient in Excel and able to utilise various tools to manipulate data and disseminate available reports to partners.

Driving Licence (CAT B)



Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.




If successful, you will be required to undertake and pass an in-house driving assessment as part of our pre-employment checks before any offer of appointment can be confirmed



Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will be held on 2 December 2025




We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website (https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits-if-you-work-for-us)

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.

HOW TO APPLY

Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the Person Specification section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. For guidance on completing your application, visit our website (https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/2083/How-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us)



If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, (option 4) or via email RecruitmentNE@durham.gov.uk



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