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Head of Technical Fleet Operations – DACH
About the role
• Lead all Regional Fleet Managers across 5 DACH Regions, with indirect oversight of Fleet Managers, Technicians, Damage Detection Experts, and Spare Parts Experts for over 4,000 vehicles at over 40 stations
• Report directly to the Business Director - DACH
• Work closely with the Regional Operations Managers
• Own the Maintenance, Repair, and Fleet Transfer budget
• Ensure cost-efficient, high-quality repairs across the market
• Define repair strategies per vehicle based on damage reports and operational priorities
• Coordinate workshop capacity, scheduling, and spare parts flow to maintain vehicle availability
• Build and optimize the internal and external workshop network
• Lead and develop fleet teams at stations
• Track repair cost, repair time, and damage detection accuracy KPIs
• Spearhead strategic initiatives for continuous improvement
• Degree or apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a similar technical field
• 8+ years of experience in fleet management, maintenance/repair, or workshop management
• 5+ years of direct people management experience, preferably in a technical and operational environment
• Strong analytical and budgeting skills with a focus on efficiency and quality
• Confident leadership and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
• Travel to internal stations and external vendors within the market required
• Proficient in maintenance or fleet management systems such as SAP or Oracle
• Working proficiency in both German and English
• Eligibility to work in the country applied for
• At least 18 years old
• Collegial atmosphere with flat hierarchies, lots of fun and great team spirit
• Regular team events such as joint sports sessions, pizza and beer evenings
• Individual Growth Plan
• Inhouse Academy
• Annual camper budget