Transport Operations Trainer

C&C Group; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transport Operations Trainer at C&C Group will lead driver assessments, identify training needs and deliver on-road and classroom training across depots. You will work with regional and national teams to ensure compliance with tachograph rules, Working Time Directive and safety standards.

You'll hold a full C+E licence with five years' on-road experience, Driver Assessor certificate, HGV CPC and Digi card.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of transport compliance requirements and drivers' hours regulations.
• Full C+E (Class 1) HGV licence with no points and at least five years on-road experience.
• Holder of Driver Assessor certificate, up-to-date HGV CPC, Digi card; proficiency in tachograph analysis and MS Office.
• RTITB certification and prior driver assessment/instruction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct driving assessments for new and existing drivers and arrange retraining as needed.
• Deliver C&C-specific Driver CPC training and vehicle familiarisation sessions.
• Address tachograph rules, Working Time Directive queries, and safety toolbox talks.
• Maintain training records and coordinate inductions with Depot/Operations teams.
• Collaborate with HSE, Transport Managers, HR and external bodies.

Skills

Transport compliance

Driver hours regulations

HSE basics

tachograph analysis

IT skills

Driver training delivery

Education

Full C+E (Class 1) HGV licence (no points)

Driver Assessor certificate

HGV CPC

Digi card

RTITB certification

Tools

Microlise

EPOD

MS Office

Job description

At C&C Group, we’re a team of drinks industry enthusiasts, dedicated to supporting the trade day in and day out. As one of the UK’s largest drinks wholesalers, we supply drinks to thousands of venues across the UK; from luxury hotels and world-class event spaces to local restaurants and community pubs. With over 200 years of on-trade experience, our heritage and insights matter.

Operating through our brands like Matthew Clark Bibendum, Tennent’s, and Bulmers Ireland, we combine extensive industry knowledge with a market-leading range, scale and reach.

Transport Operations Trainer

We are currently seeking a Transport Operations Trainer, a key position dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and inclusive environment across our Depots. In this role, you will conduct assessments for commercial drivers, identify training needs, and deliver both on‑road and classroom‑based training tailored to their operations.

Collaboration with regional and national fleet management teams is essential to identify training needs related to compliance metrics, including tachograph infringements and road traffic collisions. Staying updated on legislative changes impacting drivers and vehicles is also a key aspect of your role, allowing you to introduce improvement opportunities at local, regional, and national levels.

Key Accountabilities:

In this role you will conduct driving assessments for both new and existing drivers, particularly those involved in at‑fault traffic incidents. Based on these assessments, you will deliver targeted retraining or elevate issues as needed. Your main focus includes conducting behavioral observations to ensure adherence to safe working practices, providing C&C‑specific Driver CPC training and facilitating vehicle familiarisation sessions.

• Day‑to‑day activities will also involve addressing driver queries related to tachograph rules and the Working Time Directive, delivering toolbox talks and assisting in accident investigations.
• You will ensure that driver and vehicle standards align with company expectations, coordinate new starter inductions and maintain accurate training records. Strong engagement with your colleagues and proactive involvement in Health & Safety committee meetings will be essential as well.
• As part of your role, you will review commercial driver performance through hands‑on engagement and data scrunity addressing non‑compliance issues alongside the Transport Management team.
• Identifying training needs and promoting continuous improvement opportunities for commercial drivers will be crucial, as will fostering cross‑departmental collaboration to enhance team effectiveness.
• You will work closely with internal teams such as Depot Managers, Operations Managers, Fleet Compliance Teams, HSE Teams, Transport Operations Managers, and HR, while also liaising with external bodies including the Traffic Commissioner, DVSA and vehicle maintenance contractors.

Skills and Experience

• To succeed in this role, you need a solid understanding of transport compliance requirements and drivers' hours regulations, along with a basic knowledge of health and safety practices.
• A full C+E (Class 1) HGV licence with no points and a minimum of five years of on‑the‑road experience is required.
• You must hold an industry‑recognised Driver Assessor certificate, an up‑to‑date HGV Driver CPC, and a valid Digi card. Proficiency in tachograph analysis systems and IT skills (Microsoft Office, email, PowerPoint) are essential.
• Preferred qualifications include RTITB certification, previous experience in driver assessment or instruction, road traffic collision training, and familiarity with systems such as Microlise or EPOD.

We’re looking for a passionate team player who leads by example and inspires others. Strong problem‑solving abilities, multitasking under pressure, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety are essential. You should be flexible with work patterns, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate professional conduct aligned with our company values. The ability to provide practical solutions, cultivate a positive work environment and drive continuous improvements in driver safety is crucial for your success in this role.

About Us:

Operating through the Matthew Clark, Bibendum, Tennent’s and Bulmers Ireland brands, the Group has a market leading range, scale and reach including an intimate understanding of the markets it serves.

As one team, we grow, brew, manufacture, market, and deliver some of the world’s favourite drinks. From grass to glass, and everything in between. C&C Group plc is a premium drinks company which owns, manufactures, markets, and distributes a unique portfolio of beer and cider brands in its home markets and across the globe.

C&C Group’s portfolio of owned/exclusive brands include: Bulmers, the leading Irish cider brand; Tennent’s, the leading Scottish beer brand; Magners the premium international cider brand; as well as a range of fast‑growing, premium and craft ciders and beers, such as Heverlee, Menabrea, Five Lamps and Orchard Pig.

We seek to champion and embed sustainability in everything that we do at C&C. While delivering joy to customers, we always shine a light on people and the planet. We have a clear ESG vision delivering to a better world. We respect, support, and develop all our people to be their best, with a focus on results by creating a culture of winning together.

We also recognise that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to delivering on our mission. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.