Head of Transport Compliance
UK - National Role | Regular Travel
We're recruiting a Head of Transport Compliance to lead compliance across a major UK transport operation, overseeing a signifcant size HGV Fleet. This is a senior, influential role reporting to board level and shaping the compliance culture across the business.
The Role
You'll act as the organisation's senior compliance authority, responsible for:
- Protecting the Operator's Licences and ensuring full regulatory compliance
- Leading DVSA/Traffic Commissioner engagement, audits and Public Inquiries
- Overseeing fleet, maintenance and driver compliance across all sites
- Driving strong H&S standards within transport operations
- Coaching Transport Managers and influencing senior leaders
- Running a clear compliance framework, KPIs and audit programme
About You
We're looking for someone with:
- Senior compliance leadership experience in a UK HGV operation
- Multi‑site fleet compliance management experience
- Strong understanding of O‑Licensing, DVSA expectations and transport legislation
- Experience in DVSA audits and Traffic Commissioner interaction
- Ability to challenge poor practice and build strong compliance culture
Essential Qualifications
- CPC (National & International Road Haulage)
- IOSH Managing Safely (or higher)
Desirable
- NEBOSH Certificate
- Experience with fleet/compliance systems (e.g. R2C, telematics)
Why Join Us?
This is a high‑profile, senior role with real influence, autonomy and the opportunity to shape compliance across a national network.
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