Manager, Fleet Maintenance & Repair

Job Description

Join Our Team as Head of Maintenance, Recoveries and Repairs – Lead Fleet Excellence and Operational Innovation!

Are you passionate about optimizing fleet operations, driving maintenance excellence, and leading high-performing teams? We are looking for a talented Head of Maintenance, Recoveries and Repairs to join our Mechanic & Repairs team within the broader Fleet function. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior leader to shape the future of our fleet maintenance operations, maximize vehicle availability, and deliver cost-effective, high-quality repair solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the strategic and operational performance of fleet maintenance across all workshop networks and repair facilities.
• Optimize end-to-end repair processes to ensure maximum vehicle availability and cost efficiency.
• Lead and inspire large teams and manage key external partners, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance analytics to ensure operational targets are met or exceeded.
• Deliver and champion continuous improvement initiatives to reduce vehicle downtime, control buy-back and reconditioning costs, and enhance overall operational outcomes.
• Ensure all maintenance, recovery, and repair activities comply with safety, regulatory, and company standards.
• Collaborate with senior management to align maintenance strategies with broader business goals.
• Report on operational KPIs, identify trends, and implement corrective actions as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in fleet maintenance management, with a b track record of leading large teams or multiple sub-functions.
• Demonstrated ability to drive strategic initiatives and deliver measurable improvements in operational performance.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, and performance analytics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with both internal teams and external partners to achieve shared objectives.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and best practices in fleet maintenance and repairs.

Ideal Experience

• Significant experience in a senior maintenance, recoveries, or repairs leadership role within a fleet, automotive, or related industry.
• Experience managing workshop networks and end-to-end repair processes.
• Background in driving cost efficiency, reducing downtime, and enhancing vehicle availability.
• History of successful team leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with buy-back, reconditioning, and fleet recovery operations is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinking and operational planning
• Team leadership and people development
• Financial management and performance analysis
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Relationship management with external partners
• Deep understanding of fleet maintenance best practices

Why Join Us?

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking organization where your leadership will have a direct impact on our fleet’s performance and efficiency. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Make your mark by shaping the future of our fleet operations and delivering exceptional value to our business. If you’re ready to lead with vision and drive results, we want to hear from you!

Europcar Mobility Group

Europcar Mobility Group is a global mobility player, with 75 years of mobility services expertise and a leading position in Europe.  “We help to change the way you move” is what we stand for and brings us together.

We offer to individuals and businesses a wide range of car and van rental services, be it for a few hours, a few days, a week, a month or more, on-demand or on subscription, relying on a fleet of more than 250.000 vehicles, equipped with the latest engines including an increasing share of electric vehicles.

Our brands address differentiated needs, use cases and expectations: Europcar® - a global leader of car rental and light commercial vehicle rental, with a premium positioning, Goldcar® - a frontrunner at providing low-cost car rental services in Europe, and Fox-Rent-A-Car®, one of the main players in the car rental market in the US, with a "value for money" positioning.

Customers’ satisfaction is at the heart of the Group’s ambition and that of our more than 8,000 employees, everywhere we deliver our mobility solutions, thanks to a strong network in over 130 countries.

More info at: www.europcar-mobility-group.com