Fleet Compliance Officer
| Posting date: | 30 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.42 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Margate, Kent, CT11 9DS |
| Company: | HR GO Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 472103361/JD_1769785471 |
Summary
Fleet Compliance Officer
Location: Margate, Kent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week
Pay: £17.42 per hour
Type: Temporary (ongoing)
Are you passionate about transport compliance, driver development, and keeping operations running safely and smoothly?
We're looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Fleet Compliance Officer to join a team and support the Transport Manager in ensuring our fleet and drivers operate to the highest legal and safety standards.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working with people, and takes pride in delivering best-in-class training and compliance practices.
⭐ Key Responsibilities
In this vital role, you will:
- Deliver new driver inductions and essential training.
- Conduct practical and theory driving assessments for new employees.
- Implement a rolling programme of annual driver assessments for current staff.
- Deliver driver training sessions and toolbox talks as required.
- Provide vehicle-specific job training across various fleet types.
- Support the Transport Manager by carrying out routine gate checks across council operating sites.
- Assist with day-to-day transport operations and related administration.
- Participate in driver debriefs and help manage infringements.
- Undertake relevant training to support ongoing professional development, including Driver CPC delivery in the future.
⭐ What We're Looking For
Knowledge
You should have strong understanding of:
- Operator Licensing legislation
- Highway Code and latest driving standards
- Drivers' hours legislation
- Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness
- Categorisation of Defects
- Workplace Health & Safety, particularly within transport operations
Skills
- Confident communicator (including presenting to groups)
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Able to work under pressure
- Computer literate with good administrative capability
Experience
Essential:
- Delivering driving assessments within large workforces
- Providing job-related training (e.g., bin-lift, vehicle operations, council systems)
- Experience managing or overseeing drivers
Desirable:
- Analysing tachograph data
- Conducting gate checks
- Creating and delivering toolbox talks, driver briefings, or updates
Qualifications
Essential:
- Recognised Driving Assessor qualification
- Category C licence
- Hold or be willing to obtain an Operator Licence Awareness Training (OLAT) certificate
- Driver/Operator Training certificates
⭐ Why Join Us?
- Make a direct impact on the safety, performance, and professionalism of our fleet operations.
- Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Play a key role in shaping transport standards within the organisation.
Ready to Join the Team?
If you're committed to high safety standards, enjoy working with people, and want to help shape the future of our transport operations, we'd love to hear from you.
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