Fleet Compliance and Driver Development Co-ordinator

Wakefield Council are looking for a Fleet Compliance & Driver development Coordinator, the successful candidate will be part of an enthusiastic team who pride themselves on providing a top class service in a number of specialised areas.

• Ensuring compliance at all of the designated operating centres listed on the Councils Vehicle Operator License by carrying out both physical checks and the audit of recording systems; taking enforcement action where compliance is compromised via an in‑house prohibition system.
• Facilitating a driver assessment service for over 3,000 drivers, in line with the Council’s Corporate Transport Policy over a rolling five‑year program.
• Audit and reporting on the Council’s compliance within statutory requirements for vehicle operation (e.g. driver’s hour records, daily safety checks and driver licensing); instrumental in constructing and delivering an in‑house Drivers CPC training centre in line with EC directives.

• Significant experience working within the transport industry.
• Excellent communication of complex information in a clear, articulate and professional manner.
• Good understanding of Drivers CPC training legislation and ability to evidence training techniques.
• Personal Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Minimum 4 GCSE passes (or equivalent) including English Language and a numeracy based subject.
• Recognised motor vehicle industry qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, HNC, Midas or equivalent) and a National Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage.

• Vocational Driving Licence Category C + E (Restricted).
• Member of the Society of Operations Engineers or equivalent.
• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL).

For further information, please contact Guy Marley on

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact Nathan Dorling.

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