Job Description

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Here at S J Bargh, we have an exciting opportunity for a

Driver Trainer

to join the team based in Lancaster to provide training for our drivers through driver assessments, one-to-one coaching and classroom training.


You will be working 2-3 days per week, working days to be discussed at interview.

What will you be doing as our Driver Trainer?

To undertake assessment of new drivers during recruitment process to identify training needs.


Using a respectful and kind approach to provide training and mentoring for new drivers and current drivers who require additional support with their driving performance.


To carry out inductions to all new drivers, completing all relevant training documents.


To carry out unannounced gate checks with drivers and vehicles.


To plan and deliver driver training program in line with driver CPC requirements and company program in both classroom and field-based environments.


In addition to providing driver training, it would be your responsibility to record all training, ensuring consistency and up to date records are kept and given to Operation Teams.

What skills & qualifications do you need to be our Driver Trainer?

You'll have previous experience as an HGV Driver Trainer, with Assessment Related qualifications i.e. QTS, CET, DET, AET, or membership of a recognised trainer register (RADAT, RHA, NRI), or any other recognised driver training qualification.


You'll be CPC Qualified and hold a full UK HGV C+E Driving License.


You'll work collaboratively in a team environment, demonstrating strong IT and communication skills.


You'll keep up to date with developments in training i.e., reading relevant journals, going to meetings, and attending relevant courses.


Confident in face to face and remote delivery.


Good working knowledge of current legislation.


Good interpersonal skills and good written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance * Sick pay