Vacancy for Fleet Support Officer

The Garda fleet comprises some 3,200 vehicles. Garda Fleet Management is currently based in Garda Headquarters in Phoenix Park, Dublin 8. It is anticipated during 2024, that the Fleet Management Section will relocate to new premises in North City Business Park in Finglas, Dublin 11. The team is managed by the Head of Fleet Management.

Garda Fleet Management Section is a busy and high volume operation. There are approximately 19,000 work authorisations annually to the value of some €10m. Repairs need to deliver the highest level of safety to Garda members and deliver value for money. Mechanical knowledge, attention to detail, accuracy and good customer facing skills are essential to this role.

The successful candidate will report to the relevant Fleet Technical Supervisor and ultimately the Head of Fleet Management. The person selected will have a key role in delivering a Garda Fleet that is fit for purpose, safe and maintained to the highest standards, in a challenging environment.

The role of the Fleet Support Officer includes but is not limited to:

Deliver value for money
Maintain accurate and complete vehicle records
Monitor compliance with routine service requirements
Monitor repair trends and report on issues as they arise
Ensure accurate authorization of mechanical or vehicle body repair jobs in line with existing protocols.

Closing Date: 4th August 2023