Driving Instructor (LGV)

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as an LGV Instructor in Luton. This dynamic role includes training and mentoring drivers both in the classroom and on the road, ensuring compliance and improving service levels. Enjoy a 4-day work week with competitive benefits including private medical cover, pension contributions, and significant employee discounts.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Enhanced digital GP service

Up to 7% matched pension contributions

25 days annual leave

Company shop offering discounts on groceries

High street shopping and restaurant discounts

Qualifications

• Full Clean Driving License preferred.
• Minimum 3 years LGV Class 1 experience required.
• Knowledge of LGV technology and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Train and mentor qualified LGV drivers in classroom and on the road.
• Ensure drivers are safe, upskilled, and compliant.
• Conduct on-road assessments and deliver classroom presentations.

Skills

Coaching

Problem-Solving

Road Safety

Classroom Training

On-Road Coaching

Education

NRI or NVDIR qualification (desirable)

Job description

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Posted:

26.06.2025

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10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced LGV Instructor and want to work a full time role over 4 days? (Mon- Thurs only, Friday off)

Join Ocado Logistics as an LGV Instructor and make a real impact!

Love coaching, problem-solving, and keeping drivers at the top of their game? In this dynamic role, you'll train and mentor qualified LGV drivers both in the classroom and on the road, ensuring they stay safe, upskilled and compliant.

No two days are the same—so if you’re looking for variety and a challenge, this is the role for you!

Why This Role?

? Varied & Engaging – 60% classroom training, 40% on-road coaching

? Based in either Luton or Andover (mileage and hotel costs can be compensated depending on home location)

4-day week - Monday to Thursday only, Friday off! (10-hour shifts) – with occasional pre-planned night & weekend work, booked weeks in advance!

? Diversity within role - lead and inspire the next generation of LGV drivers through engaging inductions, CPC courses, driver upskilling and ad hoc training projects, making sure our drivers are fully equipped to deliver and keep themselves safe every day.

Be the Go-To Training Expert

As an LGV Instructor, you’ll inspire and develop new and existing drivers at Ocado. You’ll be the trusted expert on-site, providing hands-on coaching and classroom-based training that enhances skills, builds confidence, and ensures compliance.

Your training will:

Improve service levels and driver performance

Reduce Occupational Road Risk and enhance road safety

Support core health & safety objectives across the business

Help shape best practices in LGV training and development

About You

An NRI or NVDIR qualification is desirable, but no NRI or NVDIR certification? No problem! For the right person, we’ll support you in getting fully qualified.

You will also need:

• Full Clean Driving License (preferable)
• Minimum 3 years LGV Class 1 experience
• Internal applications should have no live sanctions
• Up to date knowledge of the highway code and traffic regulations
• Knowledge of LGV technology and basic maintenance
• Experience of completing on-road driving assessments
• Experience of delivering classroom presentations
• Experience of developing driver behaviour and attitude

What do you get in return?

At Ocado Logistics, we offer competitive salaries and so much more:

• Private medical cover and enhanced digital GP service
• Up to 7% matched pension contributions
• 25 days annual leave (rising with service)
• Company shop offering discounts of up to 70% on groceries from leading brands and major retailers
• High street shopping and restaurant discounts including 15% of Ocado.com

We know that life outside of work is important to you, so we have a range of policies in place including the option to buy additional holidays

At Ocado Logistics, our people, technology and customers work side by side supporting the amazing communities we serve. We're a in it together - not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get stuck in

Ready to drive your career forward? Apply now!