PCV Trainer Officer
Our Vision
At Skills Motor Coaches, our mission is to be the most successful Bus & Coach operator in the UK, setting industry-leading standards and being recognised as having the "Best Drivers in the World."
We strive to delight our customers through exceptional passenger transport solutions, delivering safe, professional, and memorable journeys every day. Through investment in our people, modern fleet, and industry-leading training programmes, we continue to raise standards across the coach and bus industry.
The Role
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainer & Development Officer to join our growing team.
This is a varied role combining practical driver academy training with classroom-based learning and development. You will play a key role in supporting new and existing drivers, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, customer service, and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver classroom and practical training to new and existing drivers.
- Support the Skills Driver Academy and PCV licence acquisition programme.
- Deliver Driver CPC, customer service, compliance, safeguarding, and health & safety training.
- Conduct driver assessments, coaching sessions, and refresher training.
- Assist with driver inductions, recruitment assessments, and onboarding.
- Maintain accurate training records and compliance documentation.
- Support incident investigations through remedial coaching and training.
- Develop and update training materials in line with industry best practice.
- Monitor training effectiveness and identify development opportunities.
About You
Essential
- PCV Category D Licence.
- Driver CPC Qualification.
- Experience delivering training to groups and individuals.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong coaching and mentoring abilities.
- Good organisational and IT skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for developing people and improving standards.
Desirable
- Training qualification (AET, PTLLS, or equivalent).
- Experience within the bus, coach, transport, or logistics sector.
- Knowledge of driver hours, tachographs, and DVSA compliance requirements.
Benefits
- Starting salary £35,000
- 25 days holiday + Bank holidays
- Monday - Friday
- Company Pension
- Employee Discount
- 24 hour mental health support
Pay: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
- Category D Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
