Fleet Disposals Officer

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / 12 months

Organisation: Department of Government Services

**Salary**: $74,580 - $82,571

Occupation: Procurement

Reference: VG/1792998

**About us**
VicFleet is a business unit within the Government Procurement group at the Department of Government Services and provides services to mandated general government departments and agencies, including: vehicle purchasing, finance leasing, insurance, registration and vehicle disposal. VicFleet plays a key role in contributing to the planning and delivery of the Zero Emissions Vehicle program. We are undergoing significant change which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us.

**About the role**

The Victorian Government is taking action to transition to net zero emission by 2050,to support a range of initiatives to facilitate fleet decarbonisation and optimisation to commence initial planning and development of a centralised fleet management model which will underpin future zero emission vehicle rollout within the Government fleet.
You will be responsible for the preparation of vehicles by evaluating vehicle conditions and approving any repairs required prior to them being sold. The ideal applicant will have experience in the mechanical and panel repair industry. The role will include the coordination of multiple internal and external stakeholders.

**About you**

To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate:

- Ability to demonstrate high level skills in managing vehicle rectification processes including identifying items that will maximise return on disposal.
- Ability to demonstrate organisational and disciplined approach with an ability to coordinate concurrent activities and balance priorities to meet tight timeframes.
- Ability to demonstrate ability to identify and develop process and procedure improvements.

Well-developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills with an ability to liaise and negotiate effectively with clients, stakeholders and external suppliers.

**Key Accountabilities**
- Plan and manage for best results all operational and administrative aspects of vehicle lease end of life disposal process. This includes weekly vehicle inspections on site at the auction / disposals location and the management of any vehicle repairs deemed necessary to maximise vehicle return on disposal. Ensure that all financial lease documentation complies with whole of Government policy and pricing guidelines.
- Ensure that vehicle data is correct within the Vehicle Lease Management System database, update vehicle status and load disposal data in a timely manner to ensure a smooth disposal process.
- Prepare and analyse operational reports from the Vehicle Lease Management System database.

**Mandatory requirements**
- Significant knowledge and experience in the motor vehicle industry, particularly as it relates to decommissioning, inspection, rectification and disposal programs.
- Experience in the disposal by public auction of motor vehicles, including the setting of reserve prices would be an advantage.
- Relevant tertiary qualification or business experience in the automotive industry.
- Current Victorian Car Drivers Licence

For specific responsibilities please review the attached position description.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

**How to apply**
- a resume; and
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)

**Other relevant information**

The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DGS has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which **strongly recommends** all DGS employees be fully vaccinated.

DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.