Transport Compliance Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Eastleigh; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% employer pension contribution

4% employee pension contribution

24/7 confidential GP service

Retail, travel and lifestyle discounts

Loan and savings schemes

Mortgage advice and financial well‑be​

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Transport Compliance Manager to lead all transport compliance activities across our operation in the UK. You will ensure legal, regulatory and company requirements are met while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on management of LGV fleets, driver hours, inspections and quality reporting. Strong stakeholder engagement and practical problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing an LGV fleet in a fast-paced transport environment.
• Solid understanding of transport legislation and Working Time Directive requirements.
• CPC Transport Manager (International) qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Managing compliance across a large-scale multi-drop dray operation.
• Ensuring vehicles, trailers and equipment meet legal requirements and inspections.
• Monitoring driver compliance including hours and tachograph adherence.
• Overseeing transport compliance administration and fleet maintenance.
• Investigating issues and implementing corrective actions to minimise risk.
• Producing compliance reports and analysing trends for improvements.
• Collaborating with operational teams and drivers to uphold standards.

Skills

LGV fleet management

Transport law knowledge

Health & safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Organisational skills

MS Office

Tachomaster

Microlise systems

Education

CPC Transport Manager (International)

Tools

Tachomaster

Microlise

Job description

Transport Compliance Manager

Pay Rate: £33,000 - £35,000 per annum
Grade: M
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 (flexibility required to meet operational needs)
Location: Totton, SO40 3NB

About the Role

At DHL Supply Chain, we're looking for a highly motivated Transport Compliance Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of transport compliance across our operation. You will play a key role in ensuring the business remains fully compliant with all legal, regulatory and company requirements, while driving a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about maintaining the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing compliance across a large-scale multi-drop dray delivery operation.
• Ensuring all vehicles, trailers and equipment meet legal requirements, including servicing, inspections and MOT schedules.
• Monitoring and managing driver compliance, including drivers' hours, tachograph infringements and Working Time Directive adherence.
• Overseeing all transport compliance administration and coordinating LGV fleet maintenance and repair activities.
• Investigating compliance issues and implementing corrective actions to minimise risk.
• Producing compliance reports and analysing trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Working closely with operational teams, drivers and key stakeholders to maintain DHL's high standards of transport compliance and health & safety.
• Supporting wider transport operations and other sites where required.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience managing an LGV fleet within a fast-paced transport environment.
• Strong working knowledge of transport legislation, driver hours regulations and the Working Time Directive.
• CPC Transport Manager (International) qualification is desirable.
• Sound understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent influencing, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Resilience and determination to drive compliance standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with drivers, operational teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple demands effectively.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office, Tachomaster and Microlise systems.

Why Join DHL Supply Chain?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution.
• Free, confidential 24/7 GP service.
• Access to hundreds of retail, travel and lifestyle discounts.
• Affordable loan and savings schemes.
• Free mortgage advice and financial wellbeing support.
• Opportunities for career development within a global organisation.

Learn more about working with DHL Supply Chain at:
https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain

Who We Are

DHL Supply Chain is the global leader in supply chain management, employing over 188,000 people across more than 50 countries. We deliver innovative logistics solutions for customers across a wide range of industries, including retail, automotive, healthcare, technology and consumer goods.

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