Fleet Maintenance Manager
Job Description
Pacific International Recruitment is a specialist executive search consultancy with over 25 years of experience placing senior and niche talent. Headquartered in London, with additional offices in Düsseldorf and Philadelphia, we support clients and candidates across EMEA and the USA with tailored recruitment solutions.
Our client, a global leader in high-volume catering and logistics solutions for the aviation sector, operates at the intersection of precision, quality, and scale. Serving hundreds of airline partners worldwide, this organization ensures seamless delivery of meals and services to millions of passengers annually. As part of a continued commitment to operational excellence, they are seeking a hands-on and strategic Fleet Manager to oversee ground transportation logistics, elevate service reliability, and lead a dynamic team in one of their key U.S. hubs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily fleet operations to ensure safe, timely, and compliant service delivery to airline clients
- Manage a team of in-house mechanics and drivers, ensuring vehicles are properly maintained and operational
- Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules and repair workflows to minimize downtime and extend fleet lifespan
- Ensure all vehicles meet maintenance, safety, and regulatory standards at all times
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, logistics, and service teams to improve delivery execution
- Monitor fleet performance data, including fuel usage, repair costs, and asset utilization, to drive cost savings
- Lead, train, and support fleet staff to uphold high standards in safety, service, and operational efficiency
Ideal Candidate:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; experience leading in-house maintenance operations preferred
- Brings proven experience in fleet, logistics, or operations management within a high-volume, time-critical environment
- Demonstrates strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to team supervision and maintenance execution
- Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and a data-driven mindset for continuous improvement
- Has deep knowledge of regulatory and safety standards related to commercial fleet operations
For further information on this position and for a confidential discussion about your career please contact:
Executive Search Associate
Olivia McCrossin
Direct: +1 484 275 5924
Email: Olivia.McCrossin@pacific-international.com
About Pacific International Executive Search:
Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C-suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever-evolving business landscape.
Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C-suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally.
Diversity Statement:
At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.