We have a fantastic opportunity for a full time Fleet Compliance Assistant based at our Colsterworth office in Lincolnshire.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills both written and verbal, and a strong customer focus with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels. You will need to have strong decision-making skills, be able to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations.

You will be required to focus on all aspects of legal compliance in road transport operations (with supervision) to ensure we meet the criteria for the business to include EU rules (3820/85) and the Working Time Directive 2005 in conjunction with the Fleet Operations Managers.

Ensure accurate and timely service arrangements are pre-arranged and met in conjunction with the appropriate service agents and external agreements. Pro-actively build and maintain good working relationships with our service agents.

Communicating vehicle and driver availability to the planning team via the Insight resource plan as well as by effective ongoing communication.

This is a demanding role where you will be expected to liaise with various departments within the organisation, including senior management to provide updates on progress and feedback any issues.

Who are we looking for:

• Previous experience in a similar Transport/Logistics administrative role is preferred.
• Knowledge of the various compliance legislation is required even though training will be provided.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to problem solve and suggest effective resolutions.
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Self-motivated, possessing a good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Professional telephone manner and communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a time pressured environment.
• Experience with DVSA, VOSA, Operators Licence Awareness is advantageous.
• Have a great attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and company policies.
• Responsible for dealing with all tasks related to fleet compliance using R2C.
• Ensuring drivers are complying with their daily pre/post vehicle checks – VOR
• Checks on manufacturers service to ensure legal compliance on inspection sheets.
• Daily nil defects and any advisories.
• Ensuring the maintenance plan is kept up to date and all Inspection and MOT dates are planned including regular laden brake tests.
• Responsible for arranging all general servicing for the fleet in conjunction with the relevant fleet planner, including regulatory brake tests.
• Taking control of our In-House Resource plan by inputting truck services, repairs and Driver information.
• Accurate & thorough filing of relevant paperwork.
• Responsible for checking renewal dates on Driver Cards and DQC.
• Recording Missing Days
• Investigating Missing Mileage.
• Checking all Driver and Unit Downloads are up to date.
• Gathering information regarding Infringements and printing them.
• Keeping the Infringement spreadsheet up to date.
• Working Time Directive
• Driver Licence checks including DQCPC.
• Planning Driver’s Holidays & weekend & bank holiday working via the driver rota and Resource Plan.
• Control of PPE stock and ordering of uniform.
• Incentive Bonus calculation
• Parking set up (SNAP) etc.

Salary is commensurate with experience and relevant qualifications i.e. CPC

If you would like to apply, or ask about this role, please email careers@openfield.co.uk.

We have a new opportunity for a full time Seed Plant Operative, based at HPL in the Seed team at Colsterworth, Lincolnshire.

The role will involve operating the Intakes and Seed Cleaning Lines, ensuring the product meets pre-determined quality standards. Operating the seed treatment lines, packing and loading of the treated seeds, some plant maintenance, and repairs. Full training will be provided across all aspects of seed processing, treating, storage, packing and dispatch.

Key skills required include:           

• An understanding of machinery with engineering experience preferred, but not essential
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills
• A positive work ethic
• Able to adapt and demonstrate flexibility in the role, in line with the fluctuating demands of our seasonal work
• Proficient computer skills
• A counterbalance forklift truck licence would be desirable. (Training can be provided)
• PA1 and PA11 chemical pesticide knowledge (Training can be provided).

If you’re interested in applying for this role or want to find out more details about the terms and conditions, please contact sarah.wood@openfield.co.uk  by no later than 17.00 on Friday 26 September 2025.