Compliance Specialist

Compliance Specialist – Transport

North of England & Scotland (Field-Based)
Permanent, Full time
£39,200 – £49,000 (depending on experience)
Company Car or Car Allowance Included

At Calor, we’re not just about energy—we’re about safety, responsibility, and supporting communities across the UK. We’re seeking a Transport Compliance Specialist to help us maintain the highest standards of fleet safety and regulatory compliance across our network of transport and workshop operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, safety-first business and make a real difference in ensuring compliance with transport and dangerous goods legislation in a key region of our UK operations.

About the Role:

As a Transport Compliance Specialist, you’ll serve as the subject matter expert for:

Fleet safety

Transport legislation (including Operator Licence)

Workshop systems

Dangerous Goods (ADR & CDG) compliance

You will be responsible for auditing transport and workshop sites across the North and Scotland (part of a wider national team), supporting operational teams, and ensuring full legal compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

This role includes both strategic guidance and hands-on compliance auditing, with a key focus on coaching, mentoring, and improving performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct structured compliance audits across multiple sites

Advise on Operator Licence compliance, workshop standards, and ADR/CDG regulations

Provide clear, practical guidance to Transport Managers, Workshop Supervisors, and other stakeholders

Monitor and report on KPIs, non-compliance trends, and areas for improvement

Lead investigations into process failures and contribute to continuous improvement projects

Represent Calor during regulatory audits, including Department for Transport inspections

Compile detailed compliance reports and legally required documentation

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

Transport Management CPC Qualification
Strong knowledge of transport regulations and Operator Licensing

Experience in dangerous goods management (ADR/CDG)

Background in auditing transport and/or workshop operations

Confident communicator with strong report writing and analytical skills

Self-starter with excellent time management

Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) qualification

Auditing or HSE qualifications (IOSH, NEBOSH, etc.)

Membership of professional bodies (CILT, IRTE, IMI, etc.)

What You’ll Get in Return

25 days’ holiday 8 bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme (up to 7.5% matched)

Annual bonus

Company car or car allowance

Life assurance

Discounts on Calor products and partner retailers

Why Join Calor?

We are a safety-led organisation with a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and development. When you join us, you join a company that values your expertise and supports your growth.