External Cover
A practical route to professionally competent transport management support for Standard National or International licences.
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Practical Support
External transport management support for operators who need professional competence, strong systems, and clear day-to-day compliance control.
External Transport Management
Professional competence for operator licence control
A Standard National or Standard International Operator's Licence requires operators to have a professionally competent person responsible for managing transport operations.
For many small and medium-sized operators, employing a full-time Transport Manager may not be necessary or cost-effective, particularly where fleets are typically between 1-20 vehicles. Outsourcing CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) support provides a practical and compliant alternative, delivering professional transport management expertise without the overhead of employing a dedicated member of staff.
Using advanced compliance and fleet management technology, we analyse tachograph and driver card data to support operator licence compliance and help identify trends, risks, and performance issues. Our systems are also capable of producing the key performance indicators expected within the DVSA Earned Recognition scheme.
Our software also integrates daily driver defect checks, vehicle inspections, and PMI records into one structured compliance system, helping ensure all operational data is accurately recorded, monitored, and managed in line with current operator licensing requirements.
Standard National & International
External transport management fees
The monthly fees for the provision of an external freelance Transport Manager CPC holder are subject to Operator Compliance Risk Scores (OCRS).
Green operators: the first vehicle is chargeable at £400 and each additional vehicle thereafter at £100.
Amber operators: the first vehicle is chargeable at £500 and each additional vehicle thereafter at £150. Acceptance is strictly subject to a full compliance audit.
Red operators: prices and terms on application.
Restricted Licence
Restricted Licence external transport management
If you hold a Restricted Operator's Licence, you are not obliged to employ a professionally competent person to manage your transport operations. However, you are still subject to the same sets of regulations as higher-tier operator licence holders. We can offer a consultancy service on either a retainer or an ad-hoc basis, and this can include tachograph analysis and reporting. You will be provided with a comprehensive administration system for both vehicles and drivers to help you remain compliant with your licence undertakings.
Monthly fee: £150 per vehicle.
All fees are payable monthly in advance.
Immediate cover is available subject to terms and conditions.
Transport Manager Support
External Transport Management Services
Support shaped around operator licence responsibility, fleet data, maintenance records, and the routines expected from a controlled transport operation.
Compliance Data Review
Tachograph and driver card data analysis to identify trends, risks, infringements, and performance issues.
Fleet Record Control
Daily defects, vehicle inspections, and PMI records brought into one structured compliance system.
KPI Readiness
Systems capable of producing the performance indicators expected within the DVSA Earned Recognition scheme.
External Transport Management Without the Full-Time Overhead
Transport manager support is built around practical operator licence control, clear evidence, and routine oversight that fits the size and risk profile of your fleet.
Operator licence compliance
Tachograph and driver card analysis
Daily defect checks and PMI records
DVSA Earned Recognition KPI support
Need transport manager support?
Talk to the team about external transport management, restricted licence support, fleet size, OCRS status, or the right compliance rhythm for your operation.