Driver Coach: Safety, Coaching & Performance Lead

Allied Bakeries; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 Days Annual Leave

Up to 10% Employer Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Charitable giving via payroll

Job summary

Allied Bakeries is seeking a Driver Coach to support and develop our driving team in Greater London. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will coach, train and monitor drivers to improve performance, safety, and compliance with legal and company standards.

You will accompany drivers on routes for assessments, deliver engaging coaching sessions, identify training needs and maintain detailed coaching records, contributing to a safe and efficient transport operation.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid C+E Driving Licence.
• Minimum of 2 years' commercial driving experience in FMCG/logistics.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and digital reporting tools.
• Strong safety awareness and knowledge of transport legislation.

Responsibilities

• Accompany drivers on routes to assess driving and provide feedback.
• Deliver coaching sessions and reinforce induction standards.
• Identify training needs and create development plans.
• Lead tachograph compliance coaching and safety awareness.
• Produce assessment reports and maintain coaching records.

Skills

Safety-focused

Presenter & trainer

Communication skills

Planning & organisation

Independent worker

Diversity & inclusion

Detail-oriented

Data protection awareness

C+E Driving Licence

2+ years driving experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Digital reporting tools

Job description

Allied Bakeries is seeking a Driver Coach to support and develop our driving team in Greater London. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will coach, train and monitor drivers to improve performance, safety, and compliance with legal and company standards.

You will accompany drivers on routes for assessments, deliver engaging coaching sessions, identify training needs and maintain detailed coaching records, contributing to a safe and efficient transport operation.