Driver Trainer

stagecoach; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Discounts on holidays and retail

Free travel on TfL services

Job summary

Stagecoach London is seeking an experienced Driver Trainer to deliver practical PCV driver training to the highest driving standards. The role is based in East London and South East London, focusing on driver instruction and customer service to support the community.

Responsibilities include mentoring new colleagues, vehicle familiarisation, and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and related regulations. Shift pattern typically 0600–2255, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• A previous remit of delivering PCV driver training for a transport operator.
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Responsibilities

• Instructing, mentoring and assessing new colleagues to the standard required to attain a PCV licence and to ensure competence in driving for a public service.

Job description

Salary

£50,334.38 per annum

Why Stagecoach London?

Here at Stagecoach London, we are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences to our customers, no matter how long or short that journey may be. Our workforce undergoes some of the best training available in the field, so that we can rest assured each colleague is given the chance to make a difference to their community and is able to deliver a memorable experience.

Where do you fit in?

We have a rare opportunity for experienced Driver Trainers to join our dynamic training and development team, based in East London and South East London. The remit of this role is vital in ensuring our bus drivers are trained to the highest driving standards, as well as in customer service, allowing our people to do what they do best - proud to serve their community.

The Driver Trainer's primary responsibility will be the delivery of a practical driver training to PCV driving standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Instructing, mentoring and assessing new colleagues to the standard required to attain a PCV licence and to ensure competence in driving for a public service.
• Carrying out vehicle familiarisation, assessment drives and corrective training.
• Working an early and late shift system between the hours of 0600 and 2255; usually Mondays to Fridays.
• Remaining abreast of legislative changes that may affect PCV licence acquisition.
• A responsibility of ensuring trainee drivers comply with the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act, internal company policies and additional relevant legislation such as COSHH and the working time regulations.
• Leading by example and embedding our core values and behaviours by setting the standards from day one and actively promoting our dignity in the workplace and inclusive culture.

Skills & Experience:

• A previous remit of delivering PCV driver training for a transport operator, preferably with practical experience of driving such vehicles - please note the successful candidate(s) must hold a full PCV licence.
• An understanding of health and safety, PCV UK driving regulations and additionally a knowledge of standards required via TfL, the DVLA and City and Guilds.
• An NVQ Level 3 in Driving Instruction or equivalent or a proven track record as a PCV Driving Instructor/Trainer.

Benefits:

• Great benefits including a competitive salary of £50,334.38 per annum, which includes a shift allowance, company pension scheme, free financial education and affordable loans, and finally a range of money-saving opportunities including discounts on holidays and retail, cinema outings, dental insurance, vehicle breakdown cover and hotels and attractions.
• Free travel for you and a household member on TfL bus and rail services (this is a non-contractual benefit) and outside London there is free travel for you and a companion on Stagecoach buses.
• UK-wide opportunities, career development and secondment opportunities to work elsewhere in our UK business.
• An employee assistance programme which supports health and wellbeing through a confidential service available 24 hours a day, which provides specialist guidance and assistance on a range of personal and work-related issues, from dealing with stress and anxiety to managing financial, marital or legal issues.
• A great working environment with loads of opportunity to make new friends from a bunch of great colleagues and employee networks building inclusive environments for women, veterans, carers, multicultural and LGBTQ+ colleagues. We are proud to advocate and collaborate with our corporate charity, as well as a number of community engagement projects - in addition to proudly promoting an array of health, wellbeing and family initiatives.

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated.

We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:

Stagecoach London Head Office Stephenson Street, Canning Town London E16 4SA