Plant/Transport Officer

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.
• Ensure compliance with roadworthiness standards, maintenance schedules, and equipment certification.
• Monitor and audit driver and operator compliance, including driving hours, tachograph regulations, licence checks, and training certifications where required.
• Policy & Procedure Development: Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of robust vehicle and plant compliance policies, procedures, and safe systems of work.
• Keep abreast of changes in legislation and industry standards, updating internal documentation as necessary to ensure continuous compliance.
• Investigation & Reporting: Investigate compliance breaches, incidents, and near misses related to vehicles and plant, identifying root causes and recommending corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare comprehensive compliance reports for management, highlighting trends, risks, and recommendations for improvement.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all compliance activities, inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Training & Awareness: Develop and deliver training and toolbox talks to employees, drivers, and plant operators on compliance requirements, safe operating procedures, and best practices.
• Promote a proactive safety and compliance culture throughout the organisation.
• Risk Management: Identify potential compliance risks and proactively implement measures to mitigate them.

Requirements

• Skills & Experience Required:
• Essential: Knowledge of UK road transport legislation (e.g., DVSA regulations, O-licence requirements), PUWER, LOLER, and other relevant H&S regulations related to mobile plant.
• Demonstrable experience in conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to interpret data and produce clear, concise reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel frequently across company sites across the UK.
• 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).

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