Job Description

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: -

To assist our driver/operative training department to prepare driving/operator trainees to meet driving/operator test requirements.

The above list is not exhaustive and may be amended.

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO

:

Training Manager

COMPANY ACTIVITIES:

Lancaster Training Services Ltd (LTS) provide training facilities for the drivers of large and medium goods vehicles, passenger carrying vehicles, cars (ADI), fork lift truck operators and lorry loader operators. We provide training for drivers who transport dangerous goods (ADR) and a Danger Goods Safety Advisor consultancy service (DGSA). The Company is approved by the Road Transport Industry Training Board (RTITB), Independent Training Standards Scheme and Register (ITSSAR), IPAF (International Powered Access Federation), City and Guilds of London Institute and The Institute of the Motor Industry. LTS are contracted to the Education and Skills Funding Agency to provide training and qualifications for Government funded training programmes.

The post of FLT/Operator Instructor forms an essential part of the Driver Training/Operator Training team.

The person appointed will have:

The qualifications to impart to trainees the knowledge and skill required to operate varied types of mechanical handling equipment, safely, within the limits of the law. An enthusiastic and flexible approach to all work activities.

Essential

A suitably recognised FLT instructor qualification e.g. RTITB, ITSSAR etc.

Desirable (not essential)

IPAF instructor qualification

All training given to the right candidate

Hours of Work:

Based on a normal week of 40 hours, Monday - Friday 8.00 am to 4.30 pm with hour for lunch

Holidays:

Start at 22 days paid holiday per year plus all public holidays

Salary:

Pay is

negotiable

and will be based on experience and ability (14.25 - 15.40 per hour) Probationary periods of 3 and 6 months will operate initially. Wages will be paid monthly direct to a bank account. The Company operates a group personal pension (1% employee minimum contributory, plus a 7% employer contribution of salary)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.25-15.40 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/06/2025
Reference ID: FLT2025