Fleet Maintenance Manager I at PepsiCo
PepsiCo
October 22, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Responsibilities
What we're looking for:
The Fleet Maintenance Manager I (Fleet) is responsible for managing the maintenance, reliability, safety, compliance, and operational availability of the company's fleet assets.
The role ensures that all fleet vehicles and equipment are maintained in optimal working condition to support business operations while controlling maintenance costs and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
Fleet Maintenance Management
Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs for fleet vehicles and equipment.
Ensure fleet availability meets operational and distribution requirements.
Monitor vehicle performance and maintenance trends to improve reliability.
Coordinate repairs, servicing schedules, inspections, and breakdown assistance.
Ensure that maintenance activities are performed according to manufacturer specifications and company standards.
Asset Reliability and Performance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce vehicle downtime and maintenance costs.
Analyze fleet performance data and identify opportunities for optimization.
Establish maintenance KPIs and monitor performance against targets.
Ensure efficient utilization and lifecycle management of fleet assets.
Safety, Health, and Environmental Compliance
Ensure compliance with all fleet-related legal and regulatory requirements.
Implement and monitor fleet safety programs and policies.
Conduct risk assessments and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Promote a strong safety culture within the maintenance team and among drivers.
Budget and Cost Control
Develop and manage fleet maintenance budgets.
Control maintenance expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Manage spare parts inventory and supplier contracts.
Monitor fuel efficiency and maintenance cost trends
People Management
Supervise maintenance personnel, workshop staff, and contractors.
Coach, train, and develop team members.
Manage team performance and succession planning.
Ensure adequate staffing and resource allocation.
Vendor and Contractor Management
Manage relationships with external service providers and suppliers.
Negotiate service agreements and maintenance contracts.
Evaluate contractor performance and service quality.
Ensure compliance with company procurement requirements.
Reporting and Administration
Prepare maintenance reports and dashboards.
Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance records.
Monitor fleet regulatory documentation, licenses, permits, and inspections.
Support audits and compliance reviews.
Qualifications
What will qualify you for the role:
Diploma or Degree in: Diesel Mechanic/Mechanical Engineering
5-8 years' experience in fleet maintenance, transport operations, or engineering maintenance.
Experience managing large vehicle fleets.
Supervisory or management experience.
Proven experience in preventive maintenance systems.
Experience managing maintenance budgets and contractors
Transport Management
Fleet Management
Operations Management
Related technical field
What we're looking for:
The Fleet Maintenance Manager I (Fleet) is responsible for managing the maintenance, reliability, safety, compliance, and operational availability of the company's fleet assets.
The role ensures that all fleet vehicles and equipment are maintained in optimal working condition to support business operations while controlling maintenance costs and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
Fleet Maintenance Management
Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs for fleet vehicles and equipment.
Ensure fleet availability meets operational and distribution requirements.
Monitor vehicle performance and maintenance trends to improve reliability.
Coordinate repairs, servicing schedules, inspections, and breakdown assistance.
Ensure that maintenance activities are performed according to manufacturer specifications and company standards.
Asset Reliability and Performance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce vehicle downtime and maintenance costs.
Analyze fleet performance data and identify opportunities for optimization.
Establish maintenance KPIs and monitor performance against targets.
Ensure efficient utilization and lifecycle management of fleet assets.
Safety, Health, and Environmental Compliance
Ensure compliance with all fleet-related legal and regulatory requirements.
Implement and monitor fleet safety programs and policies.
Conduct risk assessments and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Promote a strong safety culture within the maintenance team and among drivers.
Budget and Cost Control
Develop and manage fleet maintenance budgets.
Control maintenance expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Manage spare parts inventory and supplier contracts.
Monitor fuel efficiency and maintenance cost trends
People Management
Supervise maintenance personnel, workshop staff, and contractors.
Coach, train, and develop team members.
Manage team performance and succession planning.
Ensure adequate staffing and resource allocation.
Vendor and Contractor Management
Manage relationships with external service providers and suppliers.
Negotiate service agreements and maintenance contracts.
Evaluate contractor performance and service quality.
Ensure compliance with company procurement requirements.
Reporting and Administration
Prepare maintenance reports and dashboards.
Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance records.
Monitor fleet regulatory documentation, licenses, permits, and inspections.
Support audits and compliance reviews.
Qualifications
What will qualify you for the role:
Diploma or Degree in: Diesel Mechanic/Mechanical Engineering
5-8 years' experience in fleet maintenance, transport operations, or engineering maintenance.
Experience managing large vehicle fleets.
Supervisory or management experience.
Proven experience in preventive maintenance systems.
Experience managing maintenance budgets and contractors
Transport Management
Fleet Management
Operations Management
Related technical field