Transport Operations Trainer

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Covington; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking an experienced Driver Assessor / Driver Trainer for a full-time role in the UK. The successful candidate will assess commercial drivers, identify training needs and deliver on-road and classroom training to maintain safety and compliance.

You must hold a C+E Class 1 HGV licence, valid Driver CPC and have at least five years of commercial driving experience. Strong coaching and IT skills are essential for this role and you will work with transport teams to raise

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a C+E Class 1 HGV licence and a valid Driver CPC.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial driving experience.
• Recognised Driver Assessor qualification/accreditation is required.
• Strong coaching and communication skills are essential.
• Good IT skills and knowledge of transport legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments for new and existing commercial drivers.
• Carry out assessments following Road Traffic Collisions.
• Identify and deliver driver retraining where required.
• Deliver driver coaching, training and Driver CPC.
• Conduct behavioural observations and performance assessments.
• Provide advice on Drivers' Hours, Tachograph rules and WTD.
• Carry out vehicle and driver audits and spot checks.
• Deliver vehicle familiarisation training.
• Assist with accident investigations and camera footage reviews.
• Deliver toolbox talks and new starter inductions.
• Maintain training records and training matrices.
• Monitor driver compliance and performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve driver safety and performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching

Driver training

Safety compliance

IT literacy

Education

C+E Class 1 HGV Licence

Driver Assessor qualification/accreditation

Driver CPC and Tachograph card

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Training delivery tools

Job description

DRIVER ASSESSOR / DRIVER TRAINER - £40,000

£40,000 per year | Full-Time | Permanent | 06:00am Start

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Driver Assessor / Driver Trainer to join their transport operation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Driver Trainer looking to take the next step in their career, with a key focus on driver safety, compliance, assessment and development.

THE ROLE

As a Driver Assessor / Trainer, you will be responsible for assessing commercial drivers, identifying training requirements and delivering both on-road and classroom-based training.

You will work closely with the transport and fleet teams to maintain high standards of driver performance, safety and compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct assessments for new and existing commercial drivers
• Carry out assessments following Road Traffic Collisions
• Identify and deliver driver retraining where required
• Deliver driver coaching, training and Driver CPC
• Conduct behavioural observations and performance assessments
• Provide advice on Drivers' Hours, Tachograph rules and WTD
• Carry out vehicle and driver audits and spot checks
• Deliver vehicle familiarisation training
• Assist with accident investigations and camera footage reviews
• Deliver toolbox talks and new starter inductions
• Maintain training records and training matrices
• Monitor driver compliance and performance
• Identify opportunities to improve driver safety and performance
• Work closely with Transport, Fleet Compliance and Health & Safety teams

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Full C+E Class 1 HGV Licence
• Minimum 5 years' commercial driving experience
• Clean licence with no points or endorsements
• Recognised Driver Assessor qualification/accreditation
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Strong knowledge of Drivers' Hours, WTD and transport legislation
• Previous driver training or assessment experience
• Excellent communication and coaching skills
• Good IT skills
• Professional and confident approach

THE PACKAGE

£40,000 per annum
06:00am start
Permanent position
Full-time hours
Excellent opportunity for career development

#INDLEI