Fleet Category Manager Strategic - ANZ

Downer

The Role

Overview

Oversee fleet asset investment, design, procurement, and lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities

  • capex management
  • process mapping
  • financial reporting
  • supply management
  • lifecycle management
  • risk assessment

Tasks

Oversee the investment and life cycle management of Downer's specialised mobile plant and strategic assets. The Fleet Category Manager - Strategic is responsible for the design, acquisition, and delivery phase of all Fleet capex requests. The Category Manager will research national and international manufacturers, obtain quotes, and carry out critical risk assessments on all capex requests. What you'll be working onFundamental to this role will be implementing innovation and technology solutions aimed at reducing the capital investment administration burden along with a strong focus on continuous improvement of existing processes and procedures for capital investment and business partner management. This is a highly mobile position requiring extensive travel to ensure success. This role can be based in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane. -Asset Management: Key contributor and facilitator of the annual Capital Expenditure (Capex) process and monitor and report on the national Fleet assets. -People Management & Development: Support, mentor and facilitate teams to drive collaboration. -Systems and Processes: Map key business processes and identify opportunities to standardise, simplify and make processes more efficient and accessible. -Cross Community Fleet & Equipment Leadership: Assist in the planning and placement of assets that are utilised across the various communities of Downer Fleet. -Financial: Deliver monthly analysis and reporting of current and planned purchases to ensure they support the overall Fleet strategy and operational efficiency - On time on budget -Supply Network Management: Manage the supply network to create efficiency and ensure that required outcomes are delivered by third parties and partners. -Fleet Relationships: Establish strong relationships with our Fleet investment business partners and OEM equipment manufacturers. Reporting and managing time effective design, delivery and support of assets within their category.

Requirements

  • automotive engineering
  • road equipment
  • microsoft office
  • health & safety
  • supply chain
  • fleet management

What You Bring

-Qualification in Automotive Engineering Heavy Equipment or similar strong Trade background is required. -Knowledge of construction and civil road equipment such as bitumen sprayer / tankers, stabilisers, asphalt pavers and material transfer vehicles. -Proven track record in developing successful relationships with customers and major suppliers. -Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office applications and JDE an advantage. -An exceptional focus on Health & Safety and Zero Harm practices. -Clear understanding of positive leadership behaviours and strong and successful collaborative relationships with peers in a corporate environment. -Supply chain management and negotiation within the construction or heavy transport disciplines. -Experience of managing an extensive Fleet and equipment design and procurement program.

Benefits

-Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals and entertainment options. -Flexibility on position location and a chance to travel around the country -Enjoy career development opportunities, including leadership programs like Thrive and Own Career.

The Company

About Downer

-specializes in delivering integrated services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and utilities. -supports both private and public sectors with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, maintenance, and operations. -undertakes large-scale projects such as road construction, rail, energy, and water infrastructure. -has an expansive footprint in Australia and New Zealand, deeply involved in supporting national and regional development. -notable projects include urban transport systems, renewable energy installations, and vital utilities services. -has a strong focus on innovation, utilizing the latest technology to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Transport

Utilities

Facilities

Asset Services

Oil and Gas

Power Generation

Industrial

Defence

Water

Gas

Communications

Renewables

Solar

Wind

Mining