Driver Trainer

White Recruitment; Studley CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

BUPA Family

Job summary

White Recruitment is partnering with a Warwickshire heavy haulage operator to recruit an experienced Driver Trainer. The role focuses on delivering in‑vehicle training, assessments, and ongoing development of drivers across HGVs and light commercial vehicles.

You will work to ensure regulatory compliance, safety standards, and high driving standards while using telematics data to tailor retraining and maintain records for audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with LGV categories (clean licence preferred).
• DVSA ADI or DVSA Fleet Driver Trainer qualification.
• Experience delivering driver training and coaching.
• Proficient IT skills (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• Recognised training qualification such as PTLLS/PTTLS or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured, practical driver training across HGVs and light commercial vehicles.
• Conduct driving assessments for new and existing drivers.
• Support recruitment through driver evaluations.
• Provide training on load restraint, vehicle safety and daily checks.
• Assist with driver inductions, including in‑cab and on‑road elements.
• Reinforce safe working practices through coaching and real‑world application.
• Support driver development after incidents, investigations or performance reviews.
• Use telematics data to identify training needs and deliver retraining.
• Maintain training records and feed back outcomes for compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve driver standards and safety culture.
• Contribute to audit preparation and compliance requirements.

Skills

Driver training

Coaching

DVSA ADI

IOSH awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

DVSA ADI or Fleet Trainer qualification

PTTLS or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Driver Trainer (463087) Studley, England

Salary: GBP40000 - GBP45000 per annum

Driver Trainer
Location: Warwickshire
Salary: Up to £45,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

The Opportunity

We’re partnering with a reputable and long-standing heavy haulage operator in Warwickshire who are looking to strengthen their team with an experienced Driver Trainer. This position plays a vital role in upholding high driving standards across the fleet, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the ongoing development of drivers at all levels.

Package:

• Salary of up to 45k
• 33 days annual leave
• BUPA Family
• Supportive environment, with a well established company

The Role:

This is a hands‑on training position where you will be responsible for developing and delivering practical, in‑vehicle training tailored to the needs of the business. You will work closely with drivers throughout their journey, from initial assessment through to ongoing development, ensuring best practice and safety standards are consistently met.

Key duties will include:

• Delivering structured, practical driver training across HGVs and light commercial vehicles
• Conducting driving assessments for both new and existing drivers
• Supporting the recruitment process through driver evaluations
• Providing training on load restraint, vehicle safety, and daily vehicle checks
• Assisting with driver inductions, including in‑cab and on‑road elements
• Reinforcing safe working practices through practical coaching and real‑world application
• Supporting driver development following incidents, investigations, or performance reviews
• Working with telematics data to identify training needs and deliver targeted retraining
• Maintaining accurate training records and feeding back outcomes to ensure compliance
• Collaborating with internal teams to continuously improve driver standards and safety culture
• Contributing to audit preparation and supporting both internal and external compliance requirements

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence with relevant LGV categories (clean licence preferred)
• DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) or DVSA Fleet Driver Trainer qualification
• Previous experience or qualifications related to driver training delivery
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• A recognised training qualification (e.g. PTTLS or equivalent)
• Health & Safety certification such as IOSH Working Safely
• Knowledge or experience of ADR or transporting dangerous goods
• Understanding of Operator Licence requirements and compliance