Driver Trainer

XPO; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job description

Logistics done differently.

We’re looking for a full-time, permanent Driver Trainer to join us in Hatfield, working on our prestigious Arla contract. As well as carrying out the day-to-day duties of a Driver Trainer, you’ll play a vital part in ongoing driver development and training, new driver assessments, as well as aiding the team in getting deliveries made when needed. You will be working Tuesday to Saturday shifts.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer an annual salary up to £40,000 per annum, dependent upon experience. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays). You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as a salary sacrifice car scheme, a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension, and many other perks including ongoing training and development.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

1. Assess new drivers, advising on techniques to improve fuel efficiency and overall safety.
2. Assist in the creation and implementation of an on-site safe driving program.
3. Occasional deliveries to customer sites.
4. Deliver continuous training to existing driving staff on new policies and procedures.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

1. A clean UK driving licence (with category C+E entitlement), valid driver CPC, and digital tachograph card.
2. Previous experience as a driver trainer/assessor desirable.
3. Must be fully aware of all current tachograph rules and regulations including WTD.
4. Confidence in the use of IT, especially Microsoft Office packages such as Word and Excel.

Be part of something big.

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed and empowered, and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart, and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

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