Fleet Compliance Officer
Up to £20 per hour
A Fleet Compliance Officer is the "safety and legal guardian" of a company's transport operations. Their primary goal is to ensure that every vehicle on the road is safe and legal, and that every driver is qualified and following strict regulations (such as the UK's Goods Vehicle Operator's Licence requirements).
The role is a mix of high-stakes administration, data analysis, and hands-on auditing.
Vehicle Compliance Duties
The officer must ensure the "hardware" is always roadworthy to avoid fines, prohibitions, or accidents.
Maintenance Scheduling: Managing the "Service Planner" to ensure MOTs, preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs), and tail-lift or crane safety checks (LOLER) are booked on time.
Defect Management: Reviewing daily walk-around checks performed by drivers and ensuring that safety-critical defects are repaired before the vehicle leaves the yard.
V5C & Tax Management: Ensuring all vehicles have valid VED (Road Tax) and proper insurance coverage.
Environmental Standards: Monitoring emissions compliance (e.g., Euro 6 standards for ULEZ/CAZ zones).
2. Driver & Operator Compliance
This is the "people" side of compliance, focusing on behaviour and licensing.
Tachograph Analysis: Monitoring driver hours to prevent fatigue-related accidents and ensure legal rest breaks are taken. They investigate "infringements" (speeding or hours violations).
Licence Bureau Checks: Regularly verifying driving licences with the DVLA to check for new points, disqualifications, or expired medicals.
Driver CPC: Ensuring all professional drivers have completed their 35 hours of periodic training.
Alcohol & Drug Testing: Coordinating random or "for cause" testing according to company policy.
3. Incident & Risk Management
When things go wrong, the Compliance Officer leads the response.
Accident Investigation: Collecting evidence (dashcam footage, telematics data, witness statements) to determine the root cause of collisions.
Telematics Monitoring: Using software to track "harsh braking," speeding, and idling, then coaching drivers to improve safety.
Internal Auditing: Carrying out "mock audits" to prepare the company for official inspections by the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency).
If you're interested please call Abigail on 01912111382
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