Driver Trainer

Kinaxia Logistics Limited; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension

Full Uniform and PPE

Onsite Parking

Cycle to work scheme

Loyalty Awards

Employee benefits and discounts

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Warrington is looking for a Driver Trainer to join their team. You will provide ongoing assessments and training to ensure drivers have the skills to fulfill their roles effectively and safely. Responsibilities include delivering Driver CPC training, monitoring driver performance using telematics systems, and managing accurate records. The ideal candidate will possess an Instructor's Licence, Class 1 driving licence, and experience in driver assessments. Competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Instructor's Licence required.
• Approved Driver CPC trainer necessary.
• Class 1 driving licence is needed.
• Experience in driver assessments mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Monitor driver performance to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Deliver Driver CPC training and maintain records.
• Utilize telematics systems to monitor driver behavior.
• Work with HR to induct and train new drivers.

Skills

Instructors Licence

Approved Driver CPC trainer

Class 1 driving licence

Driver assessor or instructor experience

Effective communication skills

Coaching & Mentoring

Tools

Telematics systems such as TruTac

Microlise

Haultech

Job description

Mark Thompson Transport are recruiting a Driver Trainer to join their team at their site in Warrington. The role of the Driver Trainer will be to provide ongoing assessments and training to all Drivers to ensure they have the skills and capability to fulfill their role effectively, efficiently and safely.

Working Hours and Benefits

• Monday - Friday (12:00 - 22:00)
• 50 hours per week
• Office based role with occasional driving, dependant on business needs
• Additional benefits:
  • Life assurance
  • Pension
  • Full Uniform and PPE
  • Onsite Parking
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Loyalty Awards (recognises employees with 5, 10, 20, 30 and 40 years' service)
  • Employee benefits and discounts across a range of top brands (including shopping, travel, motoring and days out)

About The Job

• Monitor and assist all Drivers to ensure they have the ability to complete their daily tasks in accordance with all regulations without taking, or causing any additional risks;
• Deliver all Driver CPC training and maintain accurate records to ensure all the required hours are completed prior to their expiry dates;
• Maintain accurate records for internal purposes and FORS to ensure each location meets all required standards in preparation for both external and internal audits;
• Fully utilise the telematics systems to monitor driver behaviours and safe driving, including monitoring infringements and completing driver De-Briefs to ensure they are driving safely and efficiently and meeting agreed KPI's;
• Work closely with HR to induct and train all new Drivers during the onboarding process with regards to Health & Safety and Safe Working Practices to ensure each employee has the skills and knowledge to work safely both within their role and environment;
• Collate required information, including Driver behaviours into Group reports in order for the Compliance Department to maintain accurate statistical data.
• Monitor Driver's hours and Working Time in line with current legislation support drivers with additional training as required.

Your Knowledge And Experience

• Instructors Licence
• Approved Driver CPC trainer
• Class 1 driving licence
• Driver assessor or instructor experience
• Experience of completing driver assessments
• Preparation of all business documentation and training for audits including FORS
• The ability to apply the application of Driver regulations into practice
• Telematics systems such as TruTac, microlise, haultech
• Presentation skills to include the delivery of internal training sessions.
• Administration skills to record and maintain accurate records and statistical data
• Data Analysis to look for any trends in behaviour or incidents
• Effective communication skills with all employees to create long-term relationships
• Coaching & Mentoring