LGV Driver Trainer

TN United Kingdom; Tipton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Driver Trainer to enhance the skills and compliance of their driver community. This role involves supporting the recruitment process, delivering a comprehensive induction program, and providing ongoing training to ensure drivers meet high standards of safety and competence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HGV driving, experience in driver assessments, and the ability to manage training records effectively. Join this forward-thinking company to make a positive impact on driver performance and safety while pursuing your professional development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support the hiring process and deliver comprehensive driver induction.
• Provide ongoing driver training and maintain accurate training records.

Skills

HGV driving experience

Driver assessments

Driver checks and reporting

Knowledge of legislation

Flexible work hours

Education

Valid Class 2 HGV Licence

Digital Tachograph

Tools

Express Class

Job description

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

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

Requirements

1. Minimum 3 years of HGV driving experience, including multiple HGV modes.
2. Proven expertise in conducting driver assessments.
3. Valid Class 2 HGV Licence and Digital Tachograph.
4. Basic understanding of HGV mechanics and maintenance.
5. Proficient in driver checks and reporting procedures.
6. Knowledge of relevant legislation, including Working Time Directive.
7. Flexible with work hours, including early starts, late finishes, night shifts, and weekends as needed.