Driver Trainer

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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.

• 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.

• 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.

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