Transport Compliance Manager

Pay Rate: £38,213 per annum
Grade: M
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 (flexibility required to support operational needs)
Location: Harlow - CM20 2DW

Think You Know DHL? Think Again!

We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company, and it's our people who keep supply chains moving, businesses operating and customers satisfied every day.

We're looking for an experienced and proactive Transport Compliance Manager to lead all aspects of transport compliance across the operation. In this key role, you will be responsible for ensuring the transport function consistently meets DHL's legal, statutory and policy requirements, as well as the compliance standards expected by our customer.

You'll champion a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring that vehicles, drivers and transport processes remain fully compliant while supporting operational excellence across the site.

✅ What You'll Do

As Transport Compliance Manager, you will:

• Ensure all vehicles, trailers, shunt tug units and ancillary equipment remain legally compliant with servicing, maintenance and MOT requirements.
• Manage driver compliance, including drivers' hours, tachograph infringements and Working Time Directive (WTD) adherence, identifying trends and escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Lead all transport compliance activities, ensuring LGV vehicles and drivers operate safely and legally in line with DHL, customer and statutory requirements.
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety and compliance across the operation.
• Provide and oversee transport compliance administration, training records and audit-ready documentation.
• Manage LGV fleet repairs and maintenance activities, ensuring minimal operational disruption.
• Analyse compliance data and performance metrics to identify risks, trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Oversee the administration and management of PCNs, FPNs and other transport-related fines.

✅ What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in a Transport Compliance, Transport Operations or Fleet Compliance role.
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation, operator licence requirements, driver hours regulations and Working Time Directive compliance.
• Ability to lead from the front, influencing and engaging colleagues at all levels.
• International CPC Qualification (desirable).
• Excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing audits, compliance reporting and corrective action plans.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Tachomaster and Microlise.