Transport Compliance Manager

Loom Talent; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK logistics firm is seeking a Transport Compliance Manager to oversee driver and vehicle compliance for its national fleet. This mid-senior level role involves maintaining compliance records, managing maintenance schedules, and ensuring legal obligations are met across operations. Ideal candidates will have experience in transport compliance and a strong understanding of DVSA regulations and digital compliance systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Transport Compliance Manager within a logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of DVSA regulations and tachograph legislation.
• Proficient with digital compliance systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all vehicle compliance records.
• Manage a rolling 12-month maintenance schedule.
• Conduct and lead bi-annual compliance audits.

Skills

Transport Compliance Management

DVSA regulations knowledge

Tachograph legislation

Digital compliance systems

Tools

Tachomaster

Job description

Transport Compliance Manager

A well‑established, rapidly growing UK business with a nationwide operation is seeking a Transport Compliance Manager to take ownership of driver and vehicle compliance across a substantial national fleet. Reporting to the Head of Transport, this role central to maintaining operational safety, legal compliance, and efficiency across multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain all vehicle compliance records – service history, MOTs, brake tests, LOLER.
• Manage a rolling 12‑month maintenance schedule.
• Conduct and lead 6‑monthly compliance audits.
• Oversee defect reporting, investigation, and resolution.
• Monitor driver hours and tachograph data via Tachomaster.
• Investigate missing mileage, card issues, and lead‑in time compliance.
• Liaise with the transport team to communicate compliance updates.
• Ensure third‑party suppliers meet all legal and safety obligations.

Key Experience

• Proven experience as a Transport Compliance Manager within a logistics, distribution and supply chain environment.
• Strong knowledge of DVSA regulations and tachograph legislation.
• Proficient with digital compliance systems (e.g., Tachomaster).
• Organised, accurate, and detail‑focused.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Supply Chain