Overview
This role will be travelling around sites throughout the UK on a day-to-day basis.
Key Responsibilities
* Compliance Monitoring & Auditing: Conduct regular, scheduled, and ad-hoc audits and inspections of company vehicles (HGVs, LGVs, company cars, etc.) and plant machinery (excavators, forklifts, telehandlers, etc.) across all company sites. Verify adherence to statutory regulations including DVSA, PUWER, LOLER, Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme and other health and safety legislation. Ensure roadworthiness, maintenance schedules, and equipment certification. Monitor and audit driver and operator compliance (driving hours, tachograph regulations, licence checks, and training certifications).
* Policy & Procedure Development: Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of vehicle and plant compliance policies, safe systems of work, and procedures. Keep abreast of changes in legislation and update internal documentation to ensure continuous compliance. Investigate compliance breaches, incidents, and near misses; identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions. Prepare compliance reports for management highlighting trends, risks, and improvement recommendations. Maintain accurate records of all compliance activities, inspections, audits, and corrective actions. Develop and deliver training and toolbox talks to employees, drivers, and plant operators on compliance requirements and safe operating procedures. Promote a proactive safety and compliance culture.
* Investigation & Reporting: Investigate breaches, incidents, and near misses; prepare comprehensive compliance reports for management; maintain detailed records of inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
* Training & Awareness: Develop and deliver training and toolbox talks on compliance requirements, safe operating procedures, and best practices; promote a proactive safety culture.
* Risk Management: Identify potential compliance risks and implement measures to mitigate them.
Qualifications & Skills
Essential:
* Knowledge of UK road transport legislation (e.g., DVSA regulations, O-licence requirements) and health & safety regulations related to mobile plant (PUWER, LOLER).
* Experience in conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and produce clear reports.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel frequently across UK sites.
Desirable:
* NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
* Experience with fleet management software or compliance management systems.
* Knowledge of ISO standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 9001).
Employment Details
* Employment type: Full-time
* Location: United Kingdom (travel across UK)
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