Paige Probert
Castleford
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in leadership and management, skilled at implementing cost control strategies and process improvements. Demonstrates strong communication skills and networking proficiency, ensuring effective fleet oversight and problem-solving capabilities. Committed to leveraging these skills to drive operational efficiency and achieve organisational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Fleet and Plant Manager
Caddick Construction
Wakefield
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored daily outputs against targets to support identification of areas for improvement across all regions with the business.
- Reduced downtime through assistance with proactive maintenance planning and execution.
- Assisted in budget preparation to enable cost-effective operations.
- Improved production efficiency by streamlining plant operations.
- Used trend data and financial forecasts to establish accurate budgets aligned with operational needs.
- Negotiated cost-effective contracts with service providers, reducing operational costs.
- Reduced downtime of vehicles by creating an effective preventative maintenance programme.
- Streamlined administrative processes and paperwork, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Improved overall fleet performance by implementing modern tracking technology.
- Negotiated robust contracts with suppliers for cost-effective vehicle procurement.
- Managed relationships with key stakeholders, ensured smooth operations across regions.
- Collaborated with HR department to implement new and updated policies and practises which increased productivity levels across the fleet.
- Established effective communication channels between drivers and management staff for optimal performance.
- Planned logistics across international boundaries to reliably meet delivery requirements.
Regional Stores and Fleet Manager
FSH Group
Castleford
03.2021 - 03.2025
- Responsible for management of 250+ commercial vehicles, ensuring 98% operational efficiency and adhering to strict transportation regulations.
- Managed all aspects of compliance including insurance, servicing, and MOTs, successfully achieving 100% on-time servicing rate.
- Implemented vehicle tracking systems that recorded driver behaviours and managed end of lease returns resulting in 75% reduction in vehicle damage spend annually.
- Improved productivity of all depots by integrating accurate forecasting, strategic processes, and effective profit/loss management.
- Administered strict stock management which resulted in £225k reduction on inventory levels.
- Reduced stock levels by 50% and improved lead times with core suppliers to maximise supply chain and sustainability.
- Worked collaboratively with Health and Safety team to communicate environmental policies, incident reporting, and facilities management for wider business as well as executing risk assessments and method statements.
Lead Materials Controller
WeLink
Castleford
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Supported Materials Supervisor in full development of goods inwards department, designing and structuring layout and production of materials.
- Led operation initiate project that included development and implementation of standard operating and QHSE procedures that were tailor made to business.
- Produced and maintained control schedules to monitor weekly material demand.
- Liaised with manufacturing team leaders on two mainstream projects to create and integrate WMS to ensure material usage was tracked accurately to avoid delays on production.
- Maintained data integrity in Procurement and Material Management systems by auditing information, running weekly reports, and cross examining with physical inventory levels.
Warehouse Supervisor
Evo Group
Normanton
11.2017 - 03.2021
- Directly responsible for management of two departments which consisted of around 100 team members.
- Led core warehouse inbound operation concentrating on product fulfilment accuracy, acceptance and processing of goods, as well as inventory control and reconciliation.
- Lead and develop team through training and team building programs as well as establishing safety warehouse procedures.
- Introduced quality tracked inspection procedure to cut expenditure of around £100k for business per year.
- Implemented split screen system and storage of bulk products to diminish requirement for outside storage which saved £20k annually.
Assistant Warehouse Supervisor
Evo Group
Normanton
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted warehouse supervisor with providing strong leadership presence and control in goods in department, whilst ensuring that all customers received good service and quality.
- Managed resource allocation and scheduling of all team members, maintaining efficiency in all areas of fast paced environment.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high levels of accuracy when overseeing inventory levels.
- Established best practises across operation that improved current warehouse procedures, increased cost savings through higher employee satisfaction and increased productivity.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Leadership and Management ILM5
CST Training
Pontefract 01.2023 - 03.2025
Mental Health First Aid
St Johns Ambulance
Sheffield 09.2022 - 09.2022
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
Evo Group
Wakefield 09.2019 - 09.2019
Sports Studies
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds 09.2011 - 05.2014
Skills
- Warehouse management and leadership
- Cost control strategies
- Process implementation
- Fleet oversight
- Communication skills
- Networking proficiency
- Problem solving
Timeline
Fleet and Plant Manager
Caddick Construction
03.2025 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Leadership and Management ILM5
CST Training
01.2023 - 03.2025
Mental Health First Aid
St Johns Ambulance
09.2022 - 09.2022
Regional Stores and Fleet Manager
FSH Group
03.2021 - 03.2025
Lead Materials Controller
WeLink
10.2019 - 03.2021
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
Evo Group
09.2019 - 09.2019
Warehouse Supervisor
Evo Group
11.2017 - 03.2021
Assistant Warehouse Supervisor
Evo Group
09.2016 - 11.2017
Sports Studies
Leeds Beckett University
09.2011 - 05.2014