Waste & Fleet Training & Compliance Lead

Zohorecruit; Rugby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly Pay

Flexible Working Hours

Office Based

Job summary

Rugby Borough Council is seeking a seasoned Waste Training Compliance Officer to oversee training, competency management and compliance assurance within Waste Services and the Works Service Unit. This role blends training administration, coaching, and operational support, working with frontline staff to raise safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will manage the training/competency matrix, ensure DVSA and CPC compliance, conduct driver assessments, and deliver inductions and toolbox talks

Qualifications

• HGV Category C (Class 2) Licence or Above.
• Experience delivering training, coaching, mentoring, or driver assessments.
• Experience maintaining training records and competency matrices.
• Strong knowledge of DVSA requirements, Operator Licence, Driver CPC, and Health & Safety legislation.
• TAQA, NEBOSH, IOSH membership or progressing.
• Qualified Driver Assessor.
• CIWM Membership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain a comprehensive training and competency matrix for all operational roles.
• Oversee training records, qualifications, licenses, CPC requirements, and certificate expirations.
• Ensure all mandatory training is up-to-date and compliant.
• Maintain audit-ready compliance documentation and records.
• Serve as the primary contact for workforce training compliance.
• Conduct driver assessments and periodic reassessments.
• Provide vehicle familiarization and walk-round check training.
• Coach drivers to enhance driving standards and minimize incidents.
• Support adherence to Operator Licence requirements.
• Monitor driving performance and behavioral standards.
• Offer practical coaching and corrective guidance as needed.
• Monitor tachograph infringements and deliver targeted coaching.
• Assist with vehicle gate checks, crew monitoring, and route compliance activities.
• Identify and mitigate unsafe practices and operational risks.
• Report vehicle defects, cleanliness issues, and compliance concerns to management.
• Ensure compliance with DVSA, Health & Safety, and Traffic Commissioner standards.
• Conduct inductions for permanent, temporary, and agency staff.
• Deliver toolbox talks and refresher training sessions.
• Coordinate specialist training through internal trainers or external providers.
• Ensure all training activities are accurately recorded and documented.
• Assist managers with investigations and incident reviews.
• Identify training needs from audits, incidents, and performance issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across Waste and Fleet operations.
• Foster a positive safety culture throughout the service.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Administration

Record-keeping

Trainer delivery

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

TAQA Qualification

IOSH membership

Job description

Rugby Borough Council is seeking a seasoned Waste Training Compliance Officer to oversee training, competency management and compliance assurance within Waste Services and the Works Service Unit. This role blends training administration, coaching, and operational support, working with frontline staff to raise safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will manage the training/competency matrix, ensure DVSA and CPC compliance, conduct driver assessments, and deliver inductions and toolbox talks