Fleet Advisor in Bathgate

Location: Bathgate

About Us: At Pollock Scotrans Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

We are currently seeking a Fleet Advisor to support the smooth running of our vehicle fleet. You will coordinate maintenance, manage supplier relationships, and ensure vehicles remain safe, compliant, and road-ready. Working closely with drivers, internal teams, and external contractors, you will help minimise downtime and keep our fleet operating efficiently.

• Schedule planned maintenance in line with operational needs, ensuring full compliance with all manufacturer requirements.
• Manage invoice queries, raise and process purchase orders and invoices, and correctly allocate associated costs across the business.
• Handle day-to-day queries and issues relating to trucks and trailers, including coordinating breakdown support, arranging recovery vehicles, and providing technical assistance to internal teams and external partners.
• Work with suppliers to negotiate competitive repair and maintenance costs, ensuring value for money while upholding all safety and legal compliance standards.
• Source, approve, and maintain relationships with reputable and qualified maintenance contractors for the fleet.
• Coordinate and oversee roadside breakdown responses for vehicles and equipment, including refrigeration units, tyres, tail-lifts, and other ancillary components.
• Offer guidance to drivers and operators on maintenance matters, with a focus on minimising vehicle downtime.
• Provide technical support to colleagues and customers as needed.

• Experience of working in HGV Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs.
• Experience in supplier management and cost control.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.

• Competitive Salary: Starting from 28,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Hours: 08:00hrs - 17:30hrs, Monday to Friday. Plus 1 in 6 Saturdays 08:00hrs - 12:00hrs.
• Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
• Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
• Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
• Extras: Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
• Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now! Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.*Subject to terms and conditions.