Driver Trainer (LGV / HGV)
Location: Coulsdon Depot
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Driver Trainer (LGV/HGV) to support the safe and effective day-to-day operation of our depot. This role is key in ensuring all drivers are trained to a high standard and remain compliant with statutory, legal, and operational requirements.
You will play a vital role in developing driver competence through induction, vocational training, monitoring driving behaviour, and delivering targeted interventions where required helping to maintain a safe, professional, and compliant driver workforce.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding
* Support the recruitment process through pre-employment driver assessments
* Deliver a comprehensive 5-day Driver Induction programme aligned with legislation and company standards
Driver Training & Development
* Provide ongoing refresher training and additional mode training
* Support continuous improvement in driver skills and customer experience
Performance & Compliance
* Maintain accurate driver competence and training records using Express Class
* Review driving performance data with management to identify trends and support needs
* Conduct behavioural and performance interventions where improvements are required
Post-Incident Support
* Deliver reassessments and retraining following incidents or near misses
Operational Support
* Stay up to date with vehicle technical changes and communicate updates to drivers
* Promote best practice in safe driving, vehicle checks, and compliance
Continuous Improvement
* Enhance training delivery methods and driver learning outcomes
* Commit to ongoing professional development
Essential Requirements
* Minimum 3 years HGV driving experience, including multiple HGV vehicle types
* Proven experience conducting driver assessments and training
* Valid Class 2 HGV Licence and Digital Tachograph Card
* Up-to-date CPC Training
* Good understanding of HGV mechanics and maintenance
* Strong knowledge of driver checks and defect reporting
* Sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the Working Time Directive
* Flexible approach to working hours, including early starts, late finishes, nights, and weekends when required
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