Transport Compliance Manager

Compliance Manager
Salary: £38,00 - £41,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Transport Compliance professional looking to join a growing logistics business where you can make a genuine impact?

Our client is a well-established transport and distribution operation operating within a leading pallet network. As the business continues to grow, they are looking to appoint a Compliance Manager to take ownership of transport compliance, fleet standards, and driver development across the operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on individual who enjoys working closely with drivers, operational teams, and senior management to ensure the highest standards of safety, compliance, and service delivery.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the senior leadership team, the Compliance Manager will play a key role in maintaining Operator Licence compliance, supporting transport operations, and driving best practice across the depot. The successful candidate will combine strong technical knowledge with the ability to coach, influence, and develop people.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain full compliance across the Operator Licence requirements.
• Monitor and manage drivers' hours, tachograph compliance, and Working Time Directive adherence.
• Deliver driver training, coaching, and ongoing development initiatives.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance schedules and ensure fleet compliance standards are consistently achieved.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, infringements, and non-conformance issues, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, and retention of driving and transport colleagues.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, drivers, external providers, and regulatory bodies.
• Produce and analyse compliance and operational KPI reports, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensure company policies and procedures remain aligned with industry legislation and best practice.

About You

To be successful in this position, you will ideally have:

• Transport Manager CPC (National or International).
• Previous experience within a fast-paced transport, logistics or pallet network environment.
• Strong understanding of DVSA regulations and Operator Licence compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to positively influence others.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to compliance management.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Desirable Experience

• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
• Experience working with maintenance providers and external contractors.
• Knowledge of fleet compliance and workshop management processes.
• Experience with transport management systems and compliance reporting platforms.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for long-term career progression.
• The chance to play a key role in the ongoing growth and success of an expanding transport operation.

Interested in finding out more?

If you have a strong transport compliance background and are looking for a role where you can add real value, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

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