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LGV Driver Trainer

Biffa

Staines-upon-Thames

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced LGV Driver Trainer to enhance driver training and compliance. In this pivotal role, you will support the daily operations of a depot by ensuring all drivers receive high-quality training, maintain safety standards, and comply with legal requirements. You will be responsible for onboarding new drivers, conducting ongoing training, and managing driver performance through data analysis. Join a forward-thinking company that values continuous improvement and professional development, and make a meaningful impact on the safety and efficiency of our driver community.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of HGV driving experience, including multiple HGV modes.
  • Proven expertise in conducting driver assessments and maintaining records.

Responsibilities

  • Support hiring and deliver a comprehensive 5-day Driver Induction.
  • Provide ongoing training and conduct performance reviews for drivers.

Skills

HGV driving experience
Conducting driver assessments
Knowledge of relevant legislation
Flexible work hours

Education

Valid Class 2 HGV Licence
Up-to-date CPC Training

Tools

Express Class

Job description

Biffa Staines-Upon-Thames, England, United Kingdom

LGV Driver Trainer

Biffa Staines-Upon-Thames, England, United Kingdom

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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.

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.

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

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