LGV Driver Trainer

Biffa; St Albans; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking a Driver Development Coach to ensure the safe and effective operation of depot activities. The role involves training drivers, conducting assessments, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Join a diverse team dedicated to enhancing driver skills and improving operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HGV driving experience.
• Proven expertise in conducting driver assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support the hiring process with pre-employment assessments.
• Provide regular refresher and additional mode training.
• Maintain accurate driver competence and training records.

Skills

Driver Assessments

HGV Mechanics

Reporting Procedures

Education

Valid Class 2 HGV Licence

CPC Training

Job description

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A quick look at the role

To support the safe and effective running of day-to-day operations of a Depot by ensuring all drivers are trained to a high standard. Ensuring that statutory, legal and operational requirements for safe, competent drivers are met and maintained through monitoring driver practices and behaviour through induction and vocational training. And where appropriate take efficient action to ensure our driver community remains safe and compliant.

Driver Development Coach

To support the safe and effective running of day-to-day operations of a Depot by ensuring all drivers are trained to a high standard. Ensuring that statutory, legal and operational requirements for safe, competent drivers are met and maintained through monitoring driver practices and behaviour through induction and vocational training. And where appropriate take efficient action to ensure our driver community remains safe and compliant.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Onboarding: Support the hiring process with pre-employment assessments and deliver a comprehensive 5-day Driver Induction aligned with standards and legislation
• Ongoing Driver Training: Provide regular refresher and additional mode training to enhance driver skills and customer experience
• Record Management: Maintain accurate driver competence and training records using Express Class
• Post-Incident Support: Offer reassessment and retraining for drivers following incidents
• Driving Performance Reviews: Regularly analyse driving data with management to identify and address support needs
• Behavioural Interventions: Conduct targeted support for drivers requiring improvements in actions or behaviours
• Vehicle Updates Communication: Stay updated on vehicle technical changes and share relevant information with drivers
• Continuous Improvement and Development: Enhance training delivery, optimise driver learning, and pursue personal professional development

About Biffa

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we're turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it, or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. Our 11,000+ team members across the country trust us to provide rewarding, challenging, but never dull careers.

We champion diversity and equality, believing that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds foster a creative and effective working environment.

Requirements

Our essential requirements

• Minimum 3 years of HGV driving experience, including multiple HGV modes
• Proven expertise in conducting driver assessments
• Valid Class 2 HGV Licence and Digital Tachograph
• Up-to-date CPC Training
• Basic understanding of HGV mechanics and maintenance
• Proficient in driver checks and reporting procedures
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including Working Time Directive
• Flexible with work hours, including early starts, late finishes, night shifts, and weekends as needed

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet