Fleet Operations Manager

Fleet Operations Manager

Lakewood Ranch
- Bradenton, FL 34211

Position Type Full Time Category Skilled Labor
- Trades

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Strategic Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Fleet Operations Department.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Sun Coast Blood Centers' Fleet Operations program.
• Develop departmental goals, policies, standard operating procedures, and performance standards that support organizational objectives.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure fleet performance, safety, compliance, operational efficiency, and financial stewardship.
• Develop long-term fleet strategies that support organizational growth, operational readiness, and business continuity.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Fleet Operations

• Design, implement, and oversee a comprehensive fleet operations program supporting blood collections, laboratory operations, product distribution, and organizational services.
• Develop and oversee maintenance, repair, inspection, cleanliness, and operational readiness programs for all organizational vehicles and mobile units.
• Develop and administer a comprehensive preventive maintenance program designed to maximize fleet reliability and minimize downtime.
• Develop vehicle lifecycle management strategies, replacement schedules, and long-term capital recommendations.
• Monitor fleet utilization and operational performance to ensure vehicles are safe, reliable, and available to support organizational needs.
• Ensure fleet readiness to support emergency operations, disaster response, and business continuity.

Regulatory Compliance and Safety

• Develop, implement, and maintain fleet policies, procedures, and compliance programs that ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, healthcare, transportation, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain compliance with FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, AABB, FDA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Administer driver qualification programs, including motor vehicle record (MVR) monitoring, Commercial Driver License (CDL) tracking, licensing, certifications, and driver eligibility.
• Oversee employee pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection programs and ensure reported deficiencies are documented and corrected promptly.
• Coordinate vehicle accident investigations, insurance reporting, and documentation while partnering with Human Resources and Risk Management.
• Coordinate fleet-related workers' compensation reporting and investigations in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Conduct fleet safety audits, identify operational risks, and implement corrective actions to improve safety and reduce organizational liability.

Fleet Technology and Asset Management

• Evaluate, implement, and administer fleet management software, GPS telematics, maintenance tracking systems, inspection applications, and operational reporting platforms.
• Monitor fleet utilization, maintenance history, fuel usage, cost-per-mile performance, and operational trends.
• Assist in evaluating future facility, shop, equipment, and fleet infrastructure needs to support organizational growth.
• Develop executive dashboards and reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies that improve operational efficiency, compliance, reliability, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain fleet records, performance metrics, asset inventories, and regulatory documentation to support operational planning, compliance, and organizational reporting.

Vendor, Financial, and Asset Management

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with vendors, manufacturers, dealerships, contractors, and service providers.
• Negotiate contracts for fleet maintenance, fuel programs, parts, equipment, and vehicle acquisitions.
• Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets.
• Evaluate vendors and recommend fleet equipment, maintenance solutions, and technology that support organizational growth and operational effectiveness.
• Prepare long-range fleet replacement strategies, capital plans, and financial forecasts.
• Ensure responsible stewardship of fleet assets and organizational resources while identifying opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Staff Leadership and Development

• Partner with operational leaders and Human Resources to support the selection, onboarding, qualification, and ongoing compliance of employees authorized to operate organizational vehicles.
• Develop and deliver driver safety, fleet operations, defensive driving, accident prevention, and vehicle operation training programs.
• Conduct post-accident reviews, identify coaching opportunities, and recommend corrective actions that improve driver safety and reduce organizational risk.
• Maintain fleet training records and ensure employees complete required certifications, inspections, and compliance requirements.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous professional…