Fleet Compliance Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on and relationship-oriented Fleet Compliance Manager to join our high-performing SouthRoads team in Invercargill, Southland. This position offers real responsibility from day one, partnering with business managers to ensure that our vehicles, personnel, and systems remain safe, compliant, and efficient.

You don't have to have prior fleet compliance experience, as training and support will be provided. Our focus is on your ability to confidently navigate systems, follow processes, build trustworthy relationships, and positively influence others.

About SouthRoads

SouthRoads is part of HW Richardson Group, a family-owned enterprise with over 2,000 employees across more than 100 sites in New Zealand and Australia. We pride ourselves on a grounded culture, long-term vision, and commitment to people development. Teamwork and mutual support are foundational to our success and culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Take leadership for fleet compliance covering servicing, Warrant of Fitness (WOF), Certificate of Fitness (COF), Road User Charges (RUC), and vehicle safety standards.
• Oversee telematics systems, driver event management, logbooks, and compliance documentation.
• Create and analyze fleet performance insights, including driver scorecards and utilization reports.
• Assist managers in enhancing driver behavior to reduce risks.
• Manage certification, calibration, and compliance frameworks.
• Lead initiatives to improve business systems, compliance adherence, and operational effectiveness.
• Contribute to environmental projects aimed at lowering the fleet's carbon emissions.

Candidate Profile

• Approachable and practical, you are someone others seek advice from and you find satisfaction in helping teammates succeed.
• Meticulous with a strong focus on accuracy and detail.
• Organized with an ability to juggle multiple priorities efficiently.
• Confident operating digital systems and analyzing data while complying with established procedures.
• Apt at building rapport with diverse individuals.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage in open and respectful discussions.
• Problem solver who maintains composure and pursues solutions actively.
• Motivated to educate, coach, and support instead of merely enforcing rules.
• Committed to continuous improvement and willing to challenge current processes.

Your background could be from compliance, health and safety, quality assurance, transport, logistics, operations, or other process-focused industries.

Why Join SouthRoads?

• Become part of a secure and successful family-owned business where your input and ownership matter.
• Work in a supportive and cooperative team atmosphere.
• Enjoy autonomy and genuine ownership over your role.
• Access to ongoing training and professional growth opportunities.
• Build your expertise in vehicle fleet compliance.
• Be part of a company that values your innovative ideas and continuous improvement mindset.
• Potential career advancement within one of New Zealand's largest private companies.

Contact

For an informal conversation, please reach out to our Recruitment Business Partner Victoria Williams at 03 244 9582.