Pawel Ciesla
- Operator Licence Applications
- Transport Manager Nomination
- Compliance Audits
About
Pawel Ciesla
External Transport Manager | Transport & HGV Compliance Specialist
Email: pawelciesla1@gmail.com | Tel: +44 7824 988692
Experienced Transport Operations and Compliance Manager with a strong background in HGV fleet management, multi-depot logistics, and UK operator licence compliance. Proven track record across leading logistics organisations including Great Bear Distribution, WS Transportation, Armstrong Logistics, and XPO Logistics.
Holds a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Haulage, with extensive hands-on experience ensuring full compliance with DVSA regulations, driver hours, tachograph legislation, and Operator Licence obligations.
Skilled in managing end-to-end transport operations including fleet performance, driver management, KPI reporting, incident investigation, and continuous improvement of transport efficiency and safety standards. Adept at leading teams across fast-paced, multi-site environments while maintaining high levels of service, compliance, and cost control.
Strong technical capability across multiple transport systems including SAP, TMS platforms, and telematics solutions such as Microlise and Verizon Connect, tachomaster,Tru tac.
Core strengths include:
- External Transport Management (O-Licence Compliance)
- HGV Fleet & Driver Operations Management
- DVSA Compliance & Audit Preparation
- KPI & Performance Optimisation
- Incident & Accident Investigation
- Multi-Depot Transport Coordination
- Health & Safety Leadership (NEBOSH Certified)
Services offered
- Operator Licence Applications
- Transport Manager Nomination
- Compliance Audits
- Maintenance & Inspection Systems
- Tachograph & Drivers' Hours
- Public Inquiry Support
- Systems & Processes Setup
- Gap Analysis / Health Check
- Ongoing TM Support / Retainer
- Brake Testing & Roller Brake Tests
- Vehicle Safety Inspections & PMI
- DVSA Audit Preparation
- Tachograph Analysis
- Drivers' Hours & Working Time Directive
- Driver CPC Training Coordination
- Walkaround Check & Defect Reporting Systems
- Maintenance Contract Setup
- Operating Centre Applications
- VOL (Vehicle Operator Licensing) Submissions
- Transport Policy & Procedure Documentation
- Toolbox Talks & Driver Briefings
- Load Security
Specialist sectors
- General Haulage
- Temperature Controlled
- Container / Port
Licence types I work with
- Standard National
- Standard International
Certificates & accreditations
- nebosh general certificate occupational health and safety
Regions served
Covers 3 UK regions
- East Midlands
- West Midlands
- East of England
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