Driver Trainer

NewCold Coöperatief U.A.; Wakefield; Presencial; GBP 32 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

NewCold Transport Limited in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Driver Trainer to uphold safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence within the driver workforce. You will assess, train, and support both newly recruited and long-standing drivers, ensuring adherence to standards and continuous development.

Key duties include conducting assessments, maintaining training materials, handling infringements, and collaborating with the Transport team to manage incidents and documentation.

Qualificações

• Minimum Level 3 or equivalent in Transport, Logistics or related discipline.
• Driver CPC Instructor certification (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in driver training or driver assessment.
• Experience within transport compliance/regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency with driver management systems such as Tachomaster.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver training for new starters during recruitment and induction.
• Ensure training delivery complies with all relevant legal requirements.
• Update and improve training materials to keep driver competencies current.
• Manage driver infringements with debriefing, retraining, or escalation as needed.
• Guide and support the driver pool to promote ongoing development and best practice.
• Assist with post-incident retraining and assessments as required.
• Collaborate with the Transport team to handle time-sensitive incidents and documentation.
• Perform daily Gate Checks on drivers and vehicles to uphold safety standards.
• Use Tachomaster to monitor driver compliance, licence validation, and eyesight checks.

Conhecimentos

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Driver compliance knowledge

Formação académica

Level 3 or equivalent in Transport/Logistics

Driver CPC Instructor certification

Ferramentas

Tachomaster

Descrição da oferta de emprego

At NewCold, we're shaping the future of the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transport network connect the world's major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Build the future of food

Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics and cutting-edge technology, we're not just keeping up with the times - we're pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep the world's food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we're constantly looking for talented people to join our team.

Your role as a Driver Trainer

About The Role

NewCold Transport Limited is seeking an experienced Driver Trainer to join our team in Wakefield. This is a central role in maintaining and improving operational safety and legal compliance within our driver workforce. You will assess, train and support both newly recruited and long standing drivers, ensuring full adherence to regulatory and organisational driving standards.

Through structured assessments, tailored training delivery and post incident interventions, you will uphold our commitment to road safety, regulatory compliance and operational excellence, directly supporting risk mitigation and continuous driver development.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver training for new starters throughout the recruitment and induction process.
• Ensure consistent delivery of driver training to a high standard, in full compliance with all relevant legal requirements.
• Support the development and updating of training materials to maintain and enhance driver competencies.
• Manage driver infringements by providing appropriate debriefing and retraining, or recommending further compliance action where necessary.
• Offer guidance and support to the driver pool, encouraging continuous development and adherence to best practice.
• Assist with post accident or incident "golden hour" activities, including retraining and assessments as required.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the Transport team to manage and resolve time sensitive incidents and documentation.
• Conduct daily driver and vehicle compliance checks (Gate Checks), contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Use the Tachomaster system to monitor driver compliance, including licence validation, eyesight checks and driving assessments.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Transport, Logistics or a related discipline.
• Driver CPC Instructor certification (or relevant driver training/assessor qualification).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in driver training or driver assessment.
• Experience working within transport compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of driver compliance legislation and best practice.
• Proficiency in driver management systems such as Tachomaster.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical skills to interpret driver performance and compliance data.

Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewCold provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel.