SHEQ & Fleet Compliance Manager

SHEQ & Fleet Compliance Manager

White Logistics & Storage Ltd - Pershore, Worcestershire
Salary: £42,000 - £46,500 (DOE)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
Flexibility required for early starts, late finishes and occasional weekends for adhoc site attendance (key holder call-out)

We're looking for a hands-on SHEQ & Fleet Compliance Manager to take ownership of safety, compliance and fleet performance across a fast-paced logistics operation.

This is a key leadership role combining Transport Manager responsibility with SHEQ governance , offering real influence over standards, systems and day-to-day operational performance.

Role Overview

White Logistics & Storage Ltd is seeking an experienced and driven individual to lead Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality and Fleet Compliance across our Worcestershire operations.

You will act as the named Transport Manager on the Operator's Licence, ensuring full compliance with statutory undertakings and DVSA requirements, while driving continuous improvement and embedding a proactive safety culture across the business.

Key Responsibilities

SHEQ Management

Develop, implement and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures and systems
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation including HASAWA, RIDDOR, PUWER, LOLER and COSHH
Lead accident, incident and near-miss investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions
Produce and maintain RAMS, SOPs, COSHH assessments and safe systems of work
Drive a positive safety culture through engagement, communication and training
Lead internal and external audits, including FORS accreditation
Monitor and report on SHEQ KPIs, identifying trends and driving improvement

Fleet & Transport Compliance

Act as the named Transport Manager on the Operator's Licence, ensuring full compliance with statutory undertakings
Maintain compliance with Operator Licence obligations and DVSA requirements
Take full responsibility for fleet compliance, maintenance and performance
Monitor OCRS scores, MOT performance and vehicle roadworthiness
Manage PMI schedules, servicing and preventative maintenance programmes
Oversee tachograph and driver compliance
Maintain fleet systems (e.g. TruTac, Microlise) ensuring accuracy and audit readiness
Manage fleet costs including repairs, fuel, tyres and damage
Support and respond to out-of-hours fleet and site related issues/emergencies when required

Operational & Commercial

Lead fleet CAPEX planning, vehicle procurement and lifecycle management
Manage supplier relationships and service contracts
Oversee insurance claims relating to fleet and transport incidents
Support operational teams with loading safety and site risk management
Identify and implement improvements in efficiency, compliance and cost contro l

Systems & Continuous Improvement

Develop structured and scalable compliance systems
Lead audits, gap analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
Implement and manage digital SHEQ and compliance platforms
Apply structured improvement methods such as Root Cause Analysis and Lean principles

Candidate Requirements

Essential

Proven experience in a senior SHEQ and Transport Compliance role
Minimum 3 years' experience in a management or supervisory position
Current/valid Transport Manager CPC (Road Haulage) certification
NEBOSH General Certification, Degree in Health & Safety, or equivalent qualification
Advanced FORS Practitioner certification with demonstrable experience in the management and application of FORS accreditation
Strong knowledge of UK legislation including HASAWA, RIDDOR, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH and DVSA requirements
Experience leading audits, compliance systems and incident investigations
Experience liaising with HSE, DVSA, local authorities or external auditors
Experience delivering training, toolbox talks or safety briefings
Experience using digital compliance or safety management systems
Strong IT skills, including reporting and data analysis
Full UK driving licence

Desirable (not essential)

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification or auditing experience
Experience with BRCGS, CLOCS or similar industry standards
Experience implementing integrated management systems (IMS)
Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Kaizen, 5S)

Personal Attributes

Strong leadership and decision-making ability
Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control
Highly organised and detail-focused
Confident communicator able to influence at all levels
Hands-on, proactive and solutions-focused
Flexible and adaptable to operational demands

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £42,000 - £46,500 (DOE)
Death in Service cover (3x annual salary)
Company pension scheme
Access to a company-supported health scheme via Specsavers
A key leadership role within a growing logistics business
The opportunity to shape compliance, safety and fleet operations
A supportive team environment with real influence on business performance

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £42,000.00-£46,500.00 per year

Application question(s):
Are you located within a 45 minute commute of Pershore WR10 2DT

Language:
English (required)

Licence/Certification:
Advanced FORS Practitioner (required)
NEBOSH General Certificate (required)
Transport Manager CPC (refresher within 5 years) (preferred)

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person