When is aN EKHO Freelance Transport Manager Is the Right Choice?

A freelance arrangement is ideal for smaller fleets, start-up operators and businesses in transition. It allows you to access CPC-qualified expertise on an agreed part-time basis while you focus on running the operation.

What Our Freelance Transport Managers Can Help With

Our freelance Transport Managers support you in implementing practical systems that align with the undertakings on your operator licence. Typical areas include:

• Advising on maintenance schedules and ensuring key records are retained and accessible

• Supporting checks on driver hours, tachograph use and Working Time Regulations compliance

• Helping you put in place procedures for daily walkaround checks and defect reporting

• Guidance on keeping records organised for potential DVSA checks or Traffic Commissioner inquiries

• Periodic reviews of your compliance performance, highlighting risks before they escalate

Focused, Flexible and Cost-Effective Support

Using a freelance Transport Manager can be a cost-effective option where the required level of support is clearly defined in advance.

We agree the scope of involvement upfront, such as a set number of hours per week or month, defined compliance checks, or support during specific periods including Operator’s Licence applications, audits, or periods of operational change.

In appropriate cases, we can also act as the named Transport Manager on your Operator’s Licence, providing ongoing compliance oversight and ensuring that transport operations are managed in line with regulatory requirements.

This approach allows you to control costs while still ensuring continuous and effective management of transport activities, as required by the Operator Licensing system.

For detailed government guidance on operator responsibilities, please refer to the official information on being a goods vehicle operator.