Safety Compliance Manager

Day Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% non-contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

Day Group is seeking a Transport and Logistics Safety Compliance Manager to uphold and improve safety across our transport operations in the UK. You will report to the Group Transport Manager and collaborate with Transport Managers, Regional Logistics Managers, drivers, and operations teams to promote safe working practices and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role combines compliance management, auditing, incident investigation, driver safety oversight, and stakeholder engagement to support a

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
• Experience in conducting safety audits and incident investigations.
• Ability to lead audits, investigations and drive improvements across transport and logistics operations.
• Understanding of FORS accreditation requirements and ISO 39001 knowledge.
• Experience working with DVSA guidelines and driver training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support Transport and Logistics teams in maintaining a safe working environment and driving continuous improvement in health and safety performance.
• Conduct safety audits and monitor risk assessments to ensure risks are identified and effectively managed.
• Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations.
• Provide guidance to Transport Managers and Regional Logistics Managers on safety requirements.
• Serve as first point of contact for health and safety matters within Transport and Logistics.
• Monitor external haulage provider compliance and address non-compliance.
• Oversee driver training aligned with DVSA, FORS and customer standards.
• Review near misses, incidents and investigations to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Assist in pre-qualification questionnaires, tenders, and compliance submissions.
• Ensure health and safety within vehicle maintenance and workshop environments.
• Represent Transport & Logistics in safety and management system meetings.
• Monitor safety reporting, investigate root causes, and drive corrective actions.
• Manage FORS accreditation activities and support ISO 39001 requirements.

Skills

Health and safety legislation

Auditing

Incident investigation

Driver safety training

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Power Apps

Education

NEBOSH or equivalent safety qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Power Apps

Job description

Transport and Logistics Safety Compliance Manager, National

Role Overview

Competitive

Employment Type

Permanent, full-time

Contracted Hours

48 hours per week. Monday to Friday with 1-hour unpaid break.

Bonus

Discretionary Annual and Christmas Bonuses

About the Role

Join Day Group as a Safety Compliance Manager for Transport & Logistics and play a key role in maintaining and developing a positive safety culture across our transport and logistics operations.

Reporting to the Group Transport Manager, you’ll work closely with Transport Managers, Regional Logistics Managers, drivers, and operational teams to promote safe working practices, ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, and drive continuous improvement across the business.

This is a varied and influential role that combines compliance management, auditing, incident investigation, driver safety, training oversight, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll be responsible for supporting our ongoing commitment to health and safety whilst helping to ensure our transport and logistics activities operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Person Specification

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented health and safety professional who is passionate about creating safe working environments and supporting operational teams to achieve high standards of compliance.

You will be confident engaging with colleagues at all levels, capable of investigating issues, identifying root causes, and implementing practical solutions. You’ll be organised, self-motivated, and comfortable managing multiple priorities whilst working independently.

Experience within transport, logistics, fleet operations, or a related industry would be highly beneficial, along with a strong understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice

Key Responsibilities

• Support Transport and Logistics teams in maintaining a safe working environment and driving continuous improvement in health and safety performance
• Conduct safety audits and monitor risk assessments to ensure risks are identified and effectively managed
• Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated regulations
• Provide guidance and support to Transport Managers and Regional Logistics Managers on occupational health and safety requirements
• Act as the first point of contact for Transport and Logistics employees on day-to-day health and safety matters
• Monitor the compliance of external haulage providers and work with relevant stakeholders to address non-compliance
• Support and oversee driver training requirements in line with DVSA, FORS, MPA, and customer standards
• Review near misses, incidents, collision data, and investigations to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Investigate and respond to safety concerns raised by employees, customers, and suppliersSupport pre-qualification questionnaires, tenders, and compliance submissions
• Ensure health and safety compliance within vehicle maintenance and workshop environments
• Represent the Transport & Logistics function at internal health, safety, wellbeing, and management system meetings
• Monitor health and safety reporting, investigate root causes, and oversee corrective actions through business reporting systems
• Manage FORS accreditation activities and support ISO 39001 road traffic safety management requirements

Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation, policies, and procedures
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and listening skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload independently
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Power Apps
• Ability to build effective working relationships across multiple departments
• Previous experience within transport, logistics, fleet, construction, aggregates, or a related operational environment
• NEBOSH or a similar recognised health and safety qualification
• Experience conducting safety audits and incident investigations
• Understanding of FORS accreditation requirements
• Knowledge of ISO management systems, particularly ISO 39001
• Experience delivering or coordinating driver and workplace safety training

Why Join Day Group?

Day Group is one of the South’s leading suppliers of primary and recycled aggregates, built on a reputation for quality, reliability, and service.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. As Safety Compliance Manager for Transport & Logistics, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping to protect our people, support our operations, and drive continuous improvement across a diverse transport network. Working alongside experienced operational, logistics, and transport professionals, you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on safety performance across the business.

We’re proud of the people behind our success and actively support learning, progression, and development, providing opportunities to build a rewarding long-term career within a well-established and growing organisation.

9% non-contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site parking

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Day Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.