Fleet & Stores Support Officer – Ref: EE15925
G6: £31,537 – £34,434 per annum
We are looking for a Fleet & Stores Support Officer to support the day-to-day operation of our council fleet and Clean & Green stores.
This is a hands-on role helping to keep vehicles, equipment and stock organised and available so essential services such as waste collection, street cleansing and grounds maintenance can operate efficiently.
You will work closely with workshop technicians, contractors and operational teams to support vehicle servicing, repairs, stores management and driver compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Support servicing, MOT/plating and inspections of fleet vehicles and plant
- Coordinate repairs and breakdowns to minimise vehicle downtime
- Assist with basic vehicle maintenance (bulbs, wipers, jump starting)
- Manage stock including PPE, tools, parts and equipment
- Maintain accurate vehicle and stock records
- Liaise with contractors including tyre suppliers and repair services
- Support monitoring of driver compliance (licences, CPC and tachographs)
- Assist with fleet damage investigations and insurance claims
- Transport stores and equipment between depots when required
What We’re Looking For
- Experience with fleet vehicles, plant equipment or workshop operations
- Experience in stores or stock control
- Good organisation and communication skills
- Basic mechanical knowledge
- Understanding of health & safety requirements
- Full UK driving licence
Working Pattern
- Monday to Friday
- Some weekend or bank holiday work may occasionally be required
Why Join Us?
This role offers a varied workload, opportunities to develop experience in fleet operations, and the chance to support services that make a visible difference to the local community.
Closing Date: 19th May 2026
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this job vacancy. We are not accepting agency applications or referrals at this time.
At Walsall Council, we appreciate that AI can be a useful tool for ideas or guidance. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. Over-reliance on AI can make responses feel less personal, and we really want to understand what makes you unique. Your experiences, skills, and perspective are what set you apart, so please ensure your application as a whole – particularly your ‘Supporting Information’ – reflects your own voice.
Fluency Statement:
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Contact Detail:
Walsall Council Recruiting Team