Driver Training Manager

The Methodist Church in Britain; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

LGPS pension

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a Driver Training Manager to lead the Service's driver training function and ensure all driver and vehicle operator training meets professional standards and legal requirements. The role oversees a team of Driver Trainers and Associates, working with Fleet and Engineering Services to promote best practice and staff competence.

Responsibilities include training delivery oversight, budgeting, and external collaboration, with occasional evenings and

Qualifications

• Experience leading and managing driver training functions.
• Ability to develop policies and guidance for fleet training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Service's driver training function.
• Ensure training meets professional standards and remains legally compliant.
• Maintain the continued competence of drivers operating Service vehicles.
• Oversee training delivery, assessment, quality assurance and budget/resource planning.
• Coordinate training with Fleet and Engineering Services and represent the Service in forums.

Education

Driving Examiner qualification

Job description

Driver Training Manager at Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service's Leadership and Development Centre, reporting to the Station Manager. The post leads the Service's driver training function, making sure driver and vehicle operator training meets professional standards, stays legally compliant and keeps staff competent to operate Service vehicles. It manages a team of Driver Trainers and Associate Driver Trainers and works with Fleet and Engineering Services, with normal Monday to Friday hours plus occasional evenings and weekends. A full Category B driving licence is required.

What the job involves

• Lead and manage the Service's driver training function
• Ensure all driver and vehicle operator training is delivered to the highest professional standards
• Maintain legal compliance and promote best practice in driver and vehicle training
• Ensure the continued competence of those who operate Service vehicles
• Lead the team of Driver Trainers and Associate Driver Trainers
• Oversee training delivery, assessment, quality assurance, resource planning and continuous improvement
• Develop training programmes, policies and guidance with Fleet and Engineering Services
• Identify future training requirements
• Manage training budgets and resources
• Coordinate internal and external training provision
• Represent the Service at regional and national forums
• Maintain relationships with partner organisations and training providers

What’s required

Registration & licences

• Driving Examiner qualification, required for Grade 9 pay and examiner responsibilities

Checks & eligibility

• Full Category B driving licence
• Standard DBS check

Other

• Ability to travel to Service locations and external training venues as required
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends

What’s offered

• Free parking
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous annual leave entitlement