Driver Trainer - Tankfreight

Woodside Logistics Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodside Tankfreight, based in Preston, seeks an experienced Driver Trainer to educate and update Tankfreight drivers on CPC training, health and safety, and company procedures. The role involves recruiting/training drivers, conducting inductions, and delivering specialist training for liquid and powder tanker operations.

The successful candidate will assess driver performance via telematics, participate in health and safety forums, and assist with incident investigations.

Qualifications

• Hold a clean Class 1(C & E) licence.
• Experience in the bulk tanker industry with operational tanker knowledge.
• Knowledge of current transport legislation.
• At least 1 year LGV Driver training experience including economic driving techniques and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Train, educate and update Tankfreight drivers on CPC training and safety policies.
• Induct and train new drivers in procedures and general company principles.
• Train drivers on loading/offloading of liquids and powders and at delivery points.
• Assess drivers' performance using telematics and annual reviews.
• Lead health and safety forums and contribute to CPC course development.
• Assist with defects and investigations and support collections/deliveries when required.

Skills

Driver training

Health & safety

Induction training

Assessment

Telematics

Drug testing

Communication

Education

Operator CPC qualification

Advanced Driver Qualification

Driving Instructor/ Assessor qualification

Health & Safety qualification

Job description

The role of the Driver Trainer is to train, educate and update Tankfreight Drivers on the methods, procedures and legislation appropriate to facilitating safe & efficient completion of their duties including the preparation and delivery of driver CPC training. The successful candidate will be responsible for the milk collection / delivery drivers and should be able to work flexible hours.

Key Tasks

• Assess potential drivers as part of the recruitment and selection process.
• Induction and training of newly recruited drivers in the procedures and processes relevant to the role and to general company principles including health and safety policies.
• Training of new and existing drivers in specific areas relating to loading / offloading of liquid and powder tanks or specific delivery/collection point which are procedure specific.
• Training of new and existing drivers on artic combinations. Assessing and evaluating driver's performance, utilising the telemetric systems. This will incorporate regular telemetric reviews and being able to act upon this information.
• Formally assess all company HGV drivers on a minimum basis of once a year.
• Review, update and retrain existing drivers on procedures and process relevant to general company principles and procedures including health and safety policies.
• Ensure all drivers are familiar with the latest customer requirements.
• Ensure drivers are clean, tidy and presentable in appearance and are fully equipped with the relevant company uniform and equipment.
• Ensure drivers keep vehicles to an appropriate level of cleanliness. Both inside and out.
• Undertake random staff drug and alcohol testing, using the in-house testing equipment.
• Report any health and safety issues, including near misses to the general manager.
• Participate in health and safety forum meetings, risk management meetings, driver meetings and participate in CPC course development and instruction.
• Participate with defect reporting management.
• Complete investigatory meetings as and when required.
• Assist with cause of damage investigations.
• Assist with collections and deliveries when required., Woodside Logistics Group is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us.

Please note: The company operate pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drugs screening test.

Prospective employees are expected to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.

• Hold a clean Class 1(C & E) licence
• Have the relevant experience in the bulk tanker industry and be able to demonstrate operational experience of both powder and liquid tanker
• Working knowledge of current transport legislation
• At least 1 years LGV Driver training experience including economic driving techniques and health and safety

Desirable Criteria

• National / International Operator CPC qualification
• Advanced Driver Qualification
• Driving Instructor/ Assessor qualification
• Health & Safety qualification

Woodside Tankfreight specialises in the transport of bulk powders, liquids, and gases across the UK and Ireland. Known for our expertise, reliability, and customer-centric approach, we are looking for an experienced Driver Trainer to join our team based in Preston.

Attractive salary