Management, simplified.
Expert operator licence support, training & audit services for UK haulage operations
External transport manager services
Operator licence applications & support
Driver CPC & regulatory training
At JS Transport Solutions, we deliver expert transport training to support drivers, managers, and operators in meeting their legal and professional obligations. Our services include: - Driver CPC Training – JAUPT-approved modules designed to refresh knowledge on driver hours, tachographs, road safety, and vehicle checks. - Operator Licence Awareness Training (OLAT) – Essential for business owners, directors, and transport supervisors seeking to better understand their O Licence responsibilities. - Transport Manager CPC Refresher Courses – One-day and two-day CPD-accredited training to keep existing TMs up to date with legislation, best practices, and DVSA expectations. Delivered online or in-person, our courses are engaging, practical, and tailored to real-world haulage operations — helping you stay qualified, competent, and compliant.
At JS Transport Solutions, we take the stress out of applying for your Goods Vehicle Operator’s Licence. Whether you’re applying for a Restricted, Standard National, or Standard International O Licence, we manage the entire process from start to finish, including: - Completing and submitting your GV79 application - Drafting your maintenance contracts and financial standing evidence Advertising the mandatory public notice correctly - Liaising with the Traffic Commissioner on your behalf - Providing guidance on transport manager requirements and compliance undertakings With expert knowledge of the application process and O Licence regulations, we ensure your application is accurate, compliant, and positioned for approval—helping you get on the road without delays.
Do you really know if your transport operation is compliant? Our independent compliance audits provide a detailed snapshot of your systems and identify where improvements are needed — before the DVSA comes knocking. Audits cover: - Driver hours and tachograph compliance - Daily walk-around checks and defect reporting - Maintenance and inspection record keeping - Licence undertakings and fleet management - Driver qualification files and CPC records Every audit includes a full written report with clear recommendations, RAG ratings, and a suggested action plan. We also offer follow-up support to help implement any required changes. Our audits are ideal for new O Licence holders, expanding fleets, or as part of your annual compliance strategy.
At JS Transport Solutions, we help operators achieve and maintain FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) accreditation at Bronze, Silver, or Gold level. Our end-to-end support includes: - Pre-audit gap analysis and action planning - Assistance with policies, procedures, and documentation - On-site or remote preparation for FORS audits - Training support to meet FORS requirements - Ongoing compliance monitoring and annual renewal support Whether you’re new to FORS or aiming to upgrade your accreditation, we simplify the process and ensure your fleet meets the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and environmental performance.
Are you operating under a Standard National or International O Licence but don’t employ a full-time Transport Manager? We offer qualified, freelance External Transport Managers to meet your statutory requirements under the terms of your licence. With JS Transport Solutions, you benefit from: - Monthly compliance checks and digital reporting - Maintenance scheduling and record-keeping oversight - Tachograph analysis and driver hours monitoring - Defect reporting systems and vehicle file management - Representation and preparation for DVSA audits or Public Inquiries Our ETMs are CPC-qualified professionals with real-world experience in road haulage operations, driver management, and fleet compliance systems. We work proactively to keep your transport operations legal, efficient, and audit-ready.
At JS Transport Solutions, we provide tailored health and safety support for transport and haulage businesses to ensure full compliance with HSE regulations and industry best practices. Our services include: - Risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) - Workplace transport safety audits - Driver and yard safety procedures - Incident investigation and reporting support - Health & safety policy creation and review We help you build a safer working environment, reduce accidents, and protect your staff, vehicles, and reputation. Whether you’re a small fleet or a growing operator, our practical, transport-focused approach keeps your operation legally compliant and safety-conscious.
Free Compliance Health Check
Find out exactly where your operation stands — what you’re doing well, where the risks are, and what needs tightening up before it becomes a problem. We’ll look at the key areas that matter: driver hours, maintenance systems, record-keeping, and overall compliance, giving you a clear, honest picture of your current position.
Book a no-obligation compliance health check over Zoom and get practical, straight-talking advice you can act on immediately. No pressure, no jargon — just clarity on what needs fixing and how to move forward with confidence.
Book a Free Compliance Check
We review your current setup
Get a Clear Action Plan
Simple steps to fix issues
Stay Compliant
Ongoing support when needed
Compliance Isn’t Optional And Mistakes Are Costly
Fines
Roadside fines for drivers’ hours breaches, missing records, or vehicle defects can quickly add up, hitting both the driver and the operator financially.Prohibitions
Prohibitions
Vehicles can be stopped and taken off the road immediately if defects or compliance failures are found — causing disruption, missed jobs, and reputational damage.
Public Inquiry
Ongoing issues or serious breaches can lead to a hearing with the Traffic Commissioner, where your entire operation is scrutinised.
Licence revoked
In the worst cases, your Operator Licence can be suspended or revoked, stopping your business from operating altogether.
Running a transport operation means staying on top of driver hours, vehicle maintenance, record-keeping, and ever-changing DVSA expectations. It’s not just about keeping trucks on the road — it’s about running a compliant, well-managed operation every single day. From ensuring drivers take the correct breaks and record their hours accurately, to keeping up with PMI schedules, defect reporting, MOTs, and documentation, there are multiple moving parts that all need to work together. On top of that, you must be able to evidence everything — if it’s not recorded properly, as far as the DVSA is concerned, it didn’t happen.
If something slips, the consequences are serious: fines and prohibitions at the roadside, increased OCRS scores leading to more frequent inspections, calls to Public Inquiry, and in the worst cases, the loss of your Operator Licence altogether. Even small issues, if repeated or left unmanaged, can quickly build into patterns of non-compliance that attract unwanted attention.
Most operators don’t fail because they don’t care — they fail because compliance is unclear.
Practical Transport Compliance Consultancy
We don’t just advise — we help you build systems that keep your operation compliant day-to-day.
No jargon. No overcomplication.
✔ Clear compliance systems
✔ Ongoing expert support
✔ Audit-ready processes
✔ Real-world advice
Real Experience. Not Just Theory.
Over 15 years in the transport industry, starting behind the wheel and progressing through operational planning into transport management and driver training. I’ve worked across a wide range of roles, from day-to-day driving and route planning to overseeing fleet operations, implementing compliance systems, supporting operators through challenges, and delivering practical, real-world training.
I’ve experienced the industry from every angle — early starts, tight schedules, last-minute changes, driver issues, vehicle problems, and the constant pressure to keep everything moving while staying compliant. I’ve been responsible for making sure vehicles are maintained properly, drivers are managed correctly, records are accurate, and systems stand up to scrutiny when it matters most.
That background gives me a practical, real-world understanding of how transport businesses actually operate — not just how they look on paper. I know what works in theory, but more importantly, I know what works in practice. I understand the balancing act between running a busy operation and meeting the standards expected by the DVSA and the Traffic Commissioner.
I also understand how quickly small issues can turn into bigger problems if they’re not managed properly. That’s why I focus on simple, effective systems that are easy to follow day to day — not overcomplicated processes that look good on paper but fail in reality.
Because I’ve been there and dealt with it firsthand, my approach is always practical, straight-talking, and focused on keeping your operation compliant, efficient, and protected.
Jag Shergill BSc MSc
‘I own a bus company and was very glad to find Stuart of JS Transport.
We had a DVSA Audit coming and Stuart guided us with precision to prepare for it. The audit was a
success and DVSA has not requested anything further. The condition on our licence has
been removed.
I am happy to recommend JS Transport for compliance knowledge and services.’
First Choice Wholesale
After a transport manager left us, we needed to engage someone to help us with the
management of our fleet and to ensure that we remained fully compliant with the
requirements of our Operators Licence. We met with Stuart Hazeldine from J S Transport
Solutions and were impressed with his knowledge and experience.
Stuart undertook an audit of our systems following which we appointed him to look after our compliance.
J S Transport Solutions provide us with weekly reports on all our drivers, including
infringements, and vehicle maintenance. We now store all vehicle records online so that
we have clear visibility of maintenance and testing schedules and results.
SD Transport
Stuart of JS Transport Solutions made it possible for me to attain my Operators License, I had no idea of how to go about the process and Stuart just took it out of my hands and did the whole process for me.
He kept me in the loop every step of the way and I just had to provide the information he asked for.
Stuart made a complicated and stressful task extremely easy and took all of the stress out of the situation.
As you can imagine I would highly recommend JS Transport Solutions.
Sean Dennehy
A&A Lamb
JS Transport provide A&A Lamb Ltd with a service level agreement and Stuart acts as our external VOL Transport Manager.
He has helped us to get an unrestricted licence, with tachograph and record analysis, documentation, and legal compliance.
We now have a full DVS system installed in our Scania and a more robust transport Management system in place.
We would highly recommend JS Transports services as they have done over and above required from them, are friendly and reliable and have the relevant knowledge / skills to fulfil the service they provide.