SENIOR FLEET MAINTENANCE OFFICER

Join the World Car Rentals Vanuatu Team!

We are a trusted, family-run business dedicated to delivering excellent customer service and helping travellers make the most of their time in Vanuatu.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Fleet Maintenance Officer to support the maintenance, safety and reliability of our growing fleet. Reporting to the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, this hands-on role combines advanced mechanical expertise with leadership responsibilities and will act as Duty Supervisor when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical expertise and support across fleet maintenance operations.
• Drive proactive maintenance practices to maximise vehicle reliability, safety and fleet availability.
  Conduct vehicle inspections, assess vehicle condition and support fault diagnosis.
• Undertake minor repairs and support maintenance activities as required.
• Coordinate workshop activities and maintenance priorities to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Review completed repairs and ensure vehicles meet safety, compliance and roadworthiness standards.
• Liaise with suppliers, repair providers and internal stakeholders to support maintenance outcomes and operational requirements.
• Provide guidance, mentoring and technical support to Fleet Maintenance Officers.
• Support breakdown response and vehicle recovery activities when required.
• Act as Duty Supervisor in the absence of the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, providing leadership and operational oversight.
• Champion high standards of safety, workmanship and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

• Mechanical, automotive or fleet maintenance qualification, or equivalent industry experience.
• Current driver’s licence with a clean record.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in fleet, workshop or vehicle maintenance operations.
• Strong vehicle assessment and fault diagnosis skills.
• Previous leadership, supervisory or leading-hand experience highly regarded.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy and experience with maintenance or fleet management systems.
• Fluent Bislama and working English.

Working Hours

This is a full-time position on a rotating roster (five-and-a-half-day week) and includes some evenings, weekends and public holidays.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive family-business culture.
• Opportunity to play a key role in maintaining one of Vanuatu’s leading rental fleets.

How to Apply

If you have the skills, experience and passion to help keep our fleet operating safely and efficiently, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit:

• A current CV/Resume.
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
• Copies of relevant trade qualifications, licences and certificates.

Applications can be emailed directly to manager@vanuaturentalcars.com , or delivered in person to the World Car Rentals Vanuatu Head Office, Kumul Highway, Nambatu (opposite ABM #2).

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest and look forward to hearing from you.