Irlam Associates are proud to be working with a world-leading air cargo and ground handling partner, recognised across major international airports for safety, operational excellence and industry expertise.
Job Objective
To assess, train and develop company and agency drivers to the highest safety, compliance and operational standards. The role covers driver inductions, ongoing assessments, remedial training following incidents, and support to the Compliance team through audits and improvement projects.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct driver inductions, on-road assessments and remedial training following accidents, incidents or infringements
Establish and maintain driving, vehicle and loading standards, including daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
Ensure driver compliance with tachograph rules, Working Time Directive and company procedures
Deliver training on coupling/uncoupling, safe loading, securing loads and specialist equipment
Retrain drivers following tachograph or compliance infringements
Lead accident, incident and near-miss investigations
Support development of newly onboarded drivers
Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings
Prepare and deliver driver assessment documentation, inductions and training programmes
Support compliance projects, audits and policy updates
Promote CAA regulatory requirements, PPE standards, driver dress code and departmental standards
Carry out gate checks to ensure vehicle roadworthiness and documentation compliance Requirements
C+E licence holder with minimum 10 years commercial driving experience
Strong knowledge of O Licence, Highway Code and DVSA test standards
Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card
Excellent knowledge of tachograph regulations and Working Time Directive
Experience with roller bed and fridge trailers
Strong walkaround check and defect reporting knowledge
Dangerous Goods / ADR knowledge (ADR licence desirable)
Sound judgement, strong observation and communication skills
Well organised, able to work under pressure and adapt to change
Flexible approach to working hours (varied shifts, occasional nights)
Good IT skills (Microsoft 365)
Knowledge of CAA and Health & Safety at Work requirements Safety & Security Responsibilities
Act as the eyes and ears of the business, reporting safety or security concerns immediately
Protect site access control and ensure no unescorted visitors are present
Maintain cargo security integrity at all times
Ensure all security documentation and procedures are fully compliant