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Reporting to:General Manager and Directors
Fleet Size:30-50 PSV vehicles (standard international O‑Licence), 50+ non-PSV vehicles
Hours:Full‑time, 08:00–16:00 Monday–Friday (37.5h)on‑call / weekend cover rota
Salary:£45,000–£55,000DOE+ benefits (pension, 28days leave inclusive of statutory bank holidays, CPD budget)
Role Purpose
Providecontinuous and effective managementof all passenger transport activities, ensuring full compliance with statutory and company requirements while delivering safe, efficient, and profitable services.
Key Responsibilities
1. O‑Licence Compliance & Governance
* Act asnamed Transport Manageron the company PSV O‑Licence.
* Maintain all operator‑licence undertakings; update VOL; liaise with the Traffic Commissioner & DVSA; represent the company at audits or hearings.
* Ensure transport activities are conducted legally, safelyand profitablyin line with Senior Traffic Commissioner guidance.
2. Fleet Planning & Roadworthiness
* Publish and manage arolling 6‑month Forward Maintenance Plannercovering PMI, MOT, LOLER, PSVAR and emissions inspections.
* Oversee defect reporting, recalls, downtime and external maintenance providers.
* Maintain an accurate fleet database and KPI dashboard.
* Overseeweekly tachograph data download and analysis.
* Investigate infringements, debrief drivers and implement corrective action plans.
* Ensure Driver CPC training compliance.
4. Driver Management & Development
* Lead, coach and developdriversand depot staff; manage recruitment, induction, performance and discipline in conjunction with Human Resources.
* Conduct quarterly driving‑licence checks and monitor Driver CPC card expiry & CPD records.
* Ensure all accidents, incidents and near‑misses are recorded,root‑cause analysedand closed out with preventative actions.
* Analyse telematics and mileage data; reposition vehicles to optimise utilisation, reduce excessive mileage and improve fuel efficiency.
7. Safety, Security & Environmental Compliance
* Conduct route risk assessments, safe‑loading / wheelchair restraint checks and ensure PSVAR accessibility standards.
8. Commercial Contribution
* Provide costings and compliance input to tender bids; support budgeting and cost‑saving initiatives.
* Undertake at least2days’ formal TM‑CPC refresher trainingwithin every 5years.
* Promote best practice, maintaingood reputeand professional competence.
Person Specification
* Proven experience managing fleets of30-50 PSVvehicles and a larger non-PSV fleet.
* Expert knowledge of Drivers’ Hours, Tachograph, Working Time, Roadworthiness & O‑Licence undertakings.
* Strong leadership and people‑development skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication; confident with compliance software & Microsoft365.
* Experience with telematics, PSVAR compliance and zero‑emission vehicles.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Truck Transportation
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