Transport Compliance Specialists

Stay compliant.
Stay operating.

Independent DVSA-standard audits and compliance consultancy for transport operators across the UK. Identify risk before the Traffic Commissioner does.

98%
Operators pass DVSA inspection after our audit
Proactive compliance removes surprises before they become prosecutions.
23+
Years in transport — military, fleet & compliance
From Royal Engineers to large-scale fleet operations — real-world knowledge, not just theory.
O‑Licence
Representation & support
From new applications to variations — expert guidance at every stage.
DVSA-Compliant Methodologies
23.5 Years Military Service
Fully Insured & Independent
Nationwide Coverage
HGV & LGV

Comprehensive compliance
across your operation

From routine desk audits to full DVSA-style inspections, we cover every aspect of your operator licence obligations.

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DVSA-Style Operator Audit

A thorough mock inspection mirroring DVSA enforcement methodology — identifying weaknesses before they become prohibitions or public inquiries.

  • Driver licence & CPC checks
  • Tachograph analysis & infringement review
  • Vehicle maintenance records
  • Drivers' hours compliance
  • Written audit report with action plan
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Compliance Health Check

A focused review of your systems, documentation and processes against O-Licence undertakings — ideal for operators wanting a quick risk assessment.

  • Operator licence condition review
  • OCRS score analysis
  • PMI & defect reporting systems
  • Driver management procedures
  • Priority risk summary
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Tachograph & WTD Analysis

Detailed analysis of digital and analogue tachograph data to identify drivers' hours infringements and working time directive breaches.

  • Driver infringement reports
  • WTD opt-out review
  • Remedial training referrals
  • Record-keeping audit
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O-Licence Applications

New licence applications and variation requests handled professionally, with transport manager nominations and financial standing guidance.

  • Standard & restricted licences
  • Transport manager CPC support
  • Operating centre guidance
  • Variation applications
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Training & Toolkits

Bespoke compliance training for transport managers, drivers and depot staff — delivered on-site or remotely to suit your operation.

  • Driver debrief programmes
  • Transport manager refresher
  • Compliance documentation packs
  • Walk-around check training

Built on service,
backed by experience

Over two decades of real-world transport leadership — from the British Army to boardroom fleet strategy.

Phil Keenan founded Aegis Transport Compliance after a career that spans military service, large-scale logistics and senior fleet management. Phil served for 23.5 years in the British Army as a Royal Engineer, where transport discipline, safety and accountability were non-negotiable from day one.

After leaving the forces, Phil moved into commercial fleet compliance — managing fleet operations for Unipart Logistics, where he led the procurement of a major telematics contract covering 4,000 vehicles for Sky TV. He subsequently served as Fleet Operations Manager for a local authority before taking on a Fleet Compliance Training Manager role within a large car transportation business.

That breadth of experience — military rigour, enterprise fleet management and frontline compliance training — is what Aegis brings to every operator engagement. No generalist advice, no off-the-shelf checklists. Just hard-won expertise applied directly to your operation.

Background
Royal Engineers, British Army
Service
23.5 Years Military
Based
Midlands · Nationwide
Vehicles
HGV · LGV · Van

"Military service teaches you that compliance isn't a box-ticking exercise — it's the difference between a safe operation and a catastrophic one."

— Phil Keenan, Founder, Aegis
4,000
Vehicles managed at peak

Decades of frontline
transport leadership

From commanding Royal Engineer vehicle fleets in conflict zones to running compliance programmes for 4,000-vehicle national operations — Phil brings lived experience to every audit.

2023 – 2024
Fleet Operations Manager
Leicester City Council
Managed a diverse fleet of 950 vehicles and a team of 10, overseeing a £2.2m budget covering fuel, maintenance and salaries. Led modernisation of outdated systems, drove cross-departmental efficiency improvements and held full responsibility for health and safety compliance across the team.
2021 – 2023
Risk Fleet Compliance Manager
Unipart Logistics · Sky TV
Managed compliance for a fleet of nearly 4,000 vehicles. Wrote the business case for and implemented a new Samsara telematics system nationwide, creating workflow management systems and presenting to corporate boards. Delivered high-stakes compliance leadership throughout a major operational transformation.
2018 – 2021
Military Transport Manager & Service Controller
British Army
Managed a fleet of 80 vehicles, overseeing all servicing and maintenance to full legal compliance. Trained the next generation of military transport managers and maintained operational readiness for public highways use.
2015 – 2018
Military Transport Manager
British Army · Woodbridge
Managed squadron vehicle assets and a team of 26 soldiers. Deployed to Cyprus for 6 months on UN operations as Troop Commander and Troop Sergeant. Oversaw a servicing plan for 350 vehicles and managed all logistical transport within the region, including compliance with International Maritime Dangerous Goods rules.
2012 – 2015
Military Instructor & Administration Support
British Army
Directed training activities and managed £20m of resources including vehicles and lifting equipment. Instructed on specialist vehicle platforms and prepared soldiers for field operations across Iraq and Afghanistan.
2010 – 2012
Head of Royal Engineer Recruiting & Liaison Team
British Army · Nationwide
Led the Royal Engineers recruiting team at events across the UK — including the final Royal Tournament at Earls Court — managing all logistics, team vehicles and legal compliance. Organised major exercises for up to 180 soldiers across multiple countries.

Formally qualified,
professionally proven

Industry-recognised credentials backed by 23.5 years of applied transport and logistics leadership.

2013
Certificate of Professional Competence
National & International Road Haulage — the definitive qualification for transport managers operating under an O-Licence.
2012
Level 6 Advanced Professional Diploma
Transport & Logistics Management — University of Wales. Postgraduate-level strategic transport qualification.
2012
ILM Level 3 Workplace Coach
Institute of Leadership & Management coaching qualification for team leaders — applied extensively in military and commercial settings.
2011
BTEC Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Level 4 teaching qualification underpinning Phil's bespoke compliance training and driver debrief programmes.
2021
Mental Health First Aider
Certified to identify and support colleagues experiencing mental health challenges — a priority in high-pressure transport environments.
2013
BCS Level 2 IT User Skills (ECDL Extra)
Proficient in Microsoft Office and telematics platforms including Samsara — used to deliver detailed reporting and analysis for fleet operators.

Transparent fees,
no hidden charges

Fixed-fee engagements so you can plan with certainty. All visits include travel within 50 miles; mileage charged beyond that at HMRC rates.

Starter
Health Check
£ 450
Fixed fee · half-day visit
  • Licence & documentation review
  • OCRS score check & interpretation
  • PMI system assessment
  • Written summary report
  • Up to 10 vehicles
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Enterprise
Retained Compliance
£ POA
Monthly retainer · tailored
  • Quarterly audits included
  • Ongoing telephone support
  • Regulatory change alerts
  • Regulatory & enforcement updates
  • Bespoke training sessions
  • Multi-site operators welcome
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Weekend
Weekend Special
£ 3,000
Fixed fee · both days if required
  • Saturday & Sunday available
  • £3,000 covers both days if needed
  • All Full DVSA-Style Audit items included
  • Minimal disruption to your fleet
  • Written report & action plan
  • 30-day follow-up call included
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All prices exclude VAT. O-Licence applications quoted separately. Discounts available for fleet operators with 50+ vehicles.

Don't wait for a DVSA roadside stop.

An independent audit now costs a fraction of a curtailed or revoked licence.

Book your audit today

Let's talk about
your compliance

No obligation. Tell us about your fleet and we'll advise on the right level of support.

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Phone
07852 885518
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Coverage
Midlands-based · Nationwide coverage
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Hours
Mon – Fri, 9:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday & Sunday available at separate negotiation and rates — this may help your office staff when your operation is less busy.