Driver Trainer

LF&E; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Opportunities for ongoing training and

Employee Assistance Programme

Mileage allowance

Job summary

LF&E, Swadlincote-based, seeks an experienced Driver Trainer to deliver induction programmes, on-road assessments, refresher training and ongoing compliance across the business. You will work with Fleet, HR and Operations to ensure drivers meet high safety and regulatory standards.

The role will expand to broader compliance and training activities across UK sites, with regular travel, weekend work, and occasional overnight stays, shaping LF&E's training function and improving patient service

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Recognised Driver Trainer or Assessor qualification such as RoSPA, IAM RoadSmart or ADI.
• Experience delivering training, coaching, or assessments.
• Proven experience driving commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and email.
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
• Calm, professional and patient approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver driver induction training to new starters who drive company or lease vehicles.
• Conduct on-road driving assessments before drivers are authorised to drive independently.
• Verify driving licences, entitlements and endorsements.
• Identify training needs and risk factors during assessments.
• Support development and continuous improvement of training materials and programmes.
• Provide constructive coaching and feedback to improve driving standards.
• Plan and deliver refresher and defensive driving training.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Provide training on seasonal and vehicle-specific driving hazards.
• Maintain driver compliance records and licence checks.
• Investigate driving incidents, accidents and near misses.
• Deliver targeted follow-up coaching and retraining where required.
• Support fleet safety initiatives and risk reduction strategies.
• Stay up to date with road safety legislation and Highway Code updates.
• Assist in broader operational and compliance training.

Skills

Training delivery

Coaching

Communication

Organisation

IT skills

Enhanced DBS willingness

Calm under pressure

Education

RoSPA Driver Trainer qualification

IAM RoadSmart qualification

ADI qualification

Equivalent fleet driver risk qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Drive Safety. Develop People. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced Driver Trainer with a passion for road safety, coaching others, and developing high-performing teams?

Join LF&E, one of the UK's leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we've been delivering critical medications to patients, pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare providers across the UK. With 23 sites nationwide and over 300 employees, we play a vital role in ensuring patients receive essential treatments safely, accurately, and on time.

Originally a small family-run business, LF&E has grown into a national leader in specialist Pharmaceutical Delivery services.

As our Driver Trainer, you'll take responsibility for delivering driver induction programmes, assessments, refresher training, and compliance monitoring across the business. You'll work closely with our Fleet, HR, and Operations teams to ensure all drivers meet the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and legal compliance.

The role will also develop into supporting wider compliance, operational, and process training throughout the business.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and grow LF&E's training function while making a real impact on employee safety, fleet performance, and patient service delivery.

Role Details:

• Based in Swadlincote
• Regular travel to LF&E sites across the UK
• Frequent on-road driving assessments
• Flexibility to accommodate early starts, later finishes, and occasional weekend work
• Occasional overnight stays may be required

Key Responsibilities:

Driver Induction & Assessment

• Deliver driver induction training to all new starters who drive company or lease vehicles
• Conduct on-road driving assessments before drivers are authorised to drive independently
• Verify driving licences, entitlements, and endorsements
• Identify training needs and risk factors during assessments
• Support the development and continuous improvement of training materials and programmes
• Provide constructive coaching and feedback to improve driving standards

Ongoing Driver Training & Compliance

• Plan and deliver refresher and defensive driving training
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings
• Provide training on seasonal and vehicle-specific driving hazards
• Conduct routine licence checks and maintain driver compliance records
• Investigate driving incidents, accidents, and near misses
• Deliver targeted follow-up coaching and retraining where required
• Support fleet safety initiatives and risk reduction strategies
• Stay up to date with road safety legislation, driving regulations, and Highway Code updates
• Assist in the delivery of broader operational and compliance training

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate training, assessment, and compliance records
• Produce reports on training completion, driver compliance, and outstanding actions
• Support audits and inspections relating to fleet and driver compliance
• Work closely with HR, Fleet, and Operations teams regarding new starters, performance management, and compliance matters

Skills & Qualifications:

• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• Recognised Driver Trainer or Assessor qualification such as:
  • RoSPA
  • IAM RoadSmart
  • Approved Driving Instructor (ADI)
  • Equivalent fleet driver risk qualification
• Experience delivering training, coaching, or assessments
• Proven experience driving commercial vehicles (up to 3.5 tonnes)
• Excellent communication and coaching skills
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and email
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check
• Calm, professional, and patient approach

Desirable

• Experience within healthcare, logistics, care, or other regulated industries
• Knowledge of fleet risk management
• Experience using telematics and vehicle tracking systems
• First Aid at Work qualification

Benefits:

• Company pension
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• mileage allowance

Join Us

At LF&E, every journey matters. By helping our drivers operate safely and confidently, you'll play a direct role in ensuring essential medications reach the people who rely on them.

Please Note:

If you have any criminal convictions, please inform us at the interview stage.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you are selected for an interview, we will be in touch shortly.