Salary: £46000 + Overtime + Bonus
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver Trainer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and safety-conscious driver with a passion for training others to ensure the highest standards of driver competence and compliance within our container operations.
This isn't just a driver trainer role, it is quite a varied one, there will be Driver Training/Mentoring, computer input, driving, assisting with very minor repairs.
You will deliver practical and theoretical training to new and existing Class 1 drivers, ensuring they meet all required safety, legal, and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality driver training for Class 1 (C+E) container operations
- Conduct driver assessments, inductions, and on-road training
- Ensure all training meets legal, safety, and company requirements
- Support drivers in achieving CPC and FORS qualifications
- Provide constructive feedback to improve driving standards and compliance in line with in house telematics
- Maintain accurate training and assessment records
- Carry out Fleet inspection, Gate checks and random Alcohol testing
- This position also requires you to drive a Class 1 HGV to drive for two days per week and to cover shortfalls in busy periods & maintain their own driving skills
Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with a minimum of 5 years’ experience
- Proven track record of driving containerised loads safely and efficiently
- Good knowledge of Driver CPC, tachograph regulations, and road transport law
- Excellent communication skills
- Professionalism, and attention to detail
- IT skills are essential(Excel)
- Training qualifications desirable but not essential
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- A supportive and safety-focused working environment
- Opportunity to shape the next generation of drivers
How to Apply
Send your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected]
Pay: From £46,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Driver Training: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
