EV Operations and Contracts Officer

Your role will be within the Council's Fleet Management Service. This is a small team focussed on ensuring that departments across the Council can deliver their respective services in the knowledge that any staff member required to drive a vehicle is fully compliant and competent and that the vehicles they are using are fully maintained and meet all regulatory requirements.

The team is responsible for fleet and transport related services including but not limited to vehicle procurement, maintenance, vehicle emissions reduction strategy, electric vehicle charge points management, contract management, pool cars, grey fleet, vehicle and driver compliance and driver training.

About the Role:

The role will support the development and operation of electric vehicle(EV) charge points managed in-house as well as the management of the EV contracts framework, providing professional and procurement advice and guidance to all stakeholders and Council Members. The post holder will ensure accurate invoicing and reporting is undertaken and that contracts are based on the Council's priorities, strategic policies, London-wide and national programmes and policies, and legislation and statute, and as guided. Finally, to ensure that all documentation, procedures and systems used to manage the contract are kept up to date.

To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:

• Detailed knowledge of supplier and contract management


• Management of KPIs


• Skilled in the use of information technology, including Microsoft Excel


• Experience of working with multiple stakeholders


For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked on our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are 'connected by purpose,' in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:

• Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.


• Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.


• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.


• Hybrid Working.


• Employee Assistance Programme.


• Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.


• Discounts at local restaurants.


• Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.


• Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.


• Cycle to Work Scheme.


• Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.


• Trade Union Membership.