SRS Recruiting is working with a well-established manufacturing and distribution business in Macclesfield to recruit a Transport Compliance Assistant. You'll join their transport team and report to the Transport Supervisor.
The Role
You'll help keep the transport operation fully compliant with UK transport legislation, Operator Licence requirements and company policy. That means keeping compliance records up to date, managing vehicle and driver documentation, and supporting audits so the operation meets every legal standard.
Key Responsibilities
General Compliance
- Maintain accurate transport compliance records and documentation
- Monitor Operator Licence requirements and ensure ongoing compliance
- Track vehicle inspections, servicing, MOTs and preventive maintenance
- Keep records for the legally required periods
- Support internal and external compliance audits
Driver Compliance
- Carry out driver licence checks and track Driver CPC requirements
- Maintain driver qualification and training records
- Complete and review tachograph downloads within the required timescales
- Help investigate driver infringements and follow them up
- Support driver inductions and ongoing compliance training
Fleet Compliance
- Monitor vehicle defect reporting
- Track maintenance schedules and inspection reports
- Liaise with fleet providers, workshops and maintenance suppliers
- Keep all fleet documentation current and ready for audit
Reporting & Administration
- Produce weekly and monthly compliance reports
- Keep transport management systems and compliance databases up to date
- Analyse compliance data and flag potential risks
- Support regulatory inspections and investigations
- Keep the operational teams and management updated on compliance
What We're Looking For
Essential
- An understanding of UK transport legislation and Operator Licensing
- Knowledge of drivers' hours and tachograph regulations
- Experience maintaining compliance records and documentation
- Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- A full UK driving licence
Desirable
- OLAT (Operator Licence Awareness Training)
- Previous experience in a transport, logistics or fleet environment
- Experience using transport or fleet management systems
- Knowledge of FORS, DVSA and OCRS requirements
- An understanding of fleet maintenance planning
- Experience with Samsara telematics
About You
- Personable, honest and professional
- Proactive, and you take ownership of your work
- Confident enough to challenge, while staying supportive
- Resilient and flexible, and willing to go the extra mile
- A good sense of humour
What's on Offer
- £27,000 salary
- 23 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days
- Healthcare cash plan
- Company pension
- Free on-site parking
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Transport Compliance Assistant in Warrington employer: SRS Recruiting Limited
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