StanLeigh Jones

Highly knowledgeable and dedicated External Transport Manager with over [Number] years of experience ensuring strict regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and safety across multiple commercial fleets. Holding a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in [Road Haulage I specialize in safeguarding Operator Licences (O-Licences) for diverse clients ranging from SMEs to large-scale logistics operations. Proven track record of implementing robust compliance frameworks, liaising with the DVSA and Traffic Commissioners, and resolving complex operational bottlenecks while minimizing commercial risk.

Core Competencies

• Regulatory Compliance: Deep understanding of DVSA standards, Traffic Commissioner guidelines, and the Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations.
• Fleet Management: Oversight of Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMIs), MOT scheduling, and daily defect reporting processes.
• Tachograph & Driver Hours: Expert in digital/analog tachograph analysis, infringement management, and driver debriefing.
• Process Auditing: Conducting comprehensive fleet compliance audits and implementing continuous improvement strategies.
• Stakeholder Communication: Acting as the primary liaison between operators, drivers, maintenance providers, and regulatory authorities.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements

Operator Licence Protection & Compliance

• Successfully managed and protected the O-Licences of 6 separate client organizations simultaneously, ensuring zero regulatory enforcement actions or public inquiries.
• Conducted rigorous monthly compliance audits, identifying and rectifying procedural gaps, resulting in a reduction in driver infringements across client fleets.
• Drafted and implemented bespoke transport policies, driver handbooks, and risk assessments tailored to each client's specific operational needs.

Fleet Maintenance & Safety

• Overhauled vehicle maintenance scheduling systems for clients, ensuring 100% adherence to PMI intervals and reducing VOR (Vehicle Off Road)
• Enforced strict daily walkaround defect reporting procedures, ensuring all vehicles met roadworthiness standards before deployment.
• Sourced and vetted third-party maintenance providers to ensure high-quality, cost-effective servicing for client fleets.

Driver Management & Training

• Monitored and analyzed driver tachograph data using software, e.g., Tachomaster, TruTac facilitating prompt debriefs and corrective training for Working Time Directive (WTD) violations.
• Delivered toolbox talks and regular compliance training sessions to drivers, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Managed the seamless onboarding of new drivers, including thorough license checking and induction training.

Strategic & Commercial Operations

• Guided 6 clients through successful initial O-Licence applications and major variation applications (e.g., upgrading from Restricted to Standard National/International).
• Provided strategic advice to company directors on fleet expansion, fuel efficiency initiatives, and cost-reduction strategies without compromising compliance.
• Acted as a crucial independent advisor during internal disputes regarding transport operations, prioritizing legal obligations above all else.