Fleet Manager

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
The role will be responsible for modernizing and overseeing the O and M fleet vehicles and fuel systems. The position will create and plan for transition to electric vehicles to come in compliance with the University of Manitoba Sustainability mandate. This plan will include creating fleet life expectancy program, maintenance programs, fuel programs (Gas, Desal and Electrical). The position will oversee the evaluation and need of staffing levels and create an annual budget to best maintain and meet the needs of Unit. The position will oversee data management, records tracking and financial tracking of all expenditures and revenues related to fleet and fuel, Oversee staff functions related to fleet and fuel functions and ensure proper supervision, training and certifications are in place, Conduct annual audits of the fleet and fuel to ensure proper processes for accountability and monitoring are in place and Manage the budget assigned to the portfolio including approval all purchases, hiring and contracts.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:

- Degree in Business or Logistics required.
- 5 years of directly related experience with Fleet and Staff Management required.
- Experience working in a Unionized Environment is required.
- Experience in Fleet Management Software required.
- Experience in Financial Management and Capital Asset Management required.
- An acceptable equivalent of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience in Policy Development required.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point Etc. required.
- Experience in HR systems and financial systems is required.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
- Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy are essential.
- Demonstrated ability to manage staff required.
- Ability to make sound independent decisions and utilize problem-solving abilities required.
- Ability to perform efficiently under pressure due to deadlines, etc. required.
- Ability to effectively and efficiently handle multiple, simultaneous, and complex tasks and projects required.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate key elements of complex issues/processes in writing and verbally required.
- Ability to establish relationships with Faculty and University senior academics administrators/staff being required.
- Ability to demonstrate tact and flexibility when dealing with potentially conflicting views and needs of constituencies required.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: January 10, 2025**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act_ (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $71,667.31-$107,500.96 per year

Schedule:

- Monday