LGV Driver Trainer at Biffa Waste Services

Ford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jul, 26

Salary

42000.0

Posted On

29 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HGV Driving, Driver Training, Induction Delivery, Driver Assessment, Compliance Monitoring, Record Management, Incident Reassessment, Performance Analysis, Behavioural Intervention, HGV Mechanics, Vehicle Maintenance, Working Time Directive, CPC Training, Digital Tachograph

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Driver Trainer (LGV/HGV) Location: London Depot SW8 4TR Salary: £42,000 A quick look at the role To support the safe and effective running of day-to-day operations of a Depot by ensuring all drivers are trained to a high standard. Ensuring that statutory, legal and operational requirements for safe, competent drivers are met and maintained through monitoring driver practices and behaviour through induction and vocational training. And where appropriate take efficient action to ensure our driver community remains safe and compliant. Your core responsibilities • Recruitment and Onboarding: Support the hiring process with pre-employment assessments and deliver a comprehensive 5-day Driver Induction aligned with standards and legislation. • Ongoing Driver Training: Provide regular refresher and additional mode training to enhance driver skills and customer experience. • Record Management: Maintain accurate driver competence and training records using Express Class. • Post-Incident Support: Offer reassessment and retraining for drivers following incidents. • Driving Performance Reviews: Regularly analyse driving data with management to identify and address support needs. • Behavioural Interventions: Conduct targeted support for drivers requiring improvements in actions or behaviours. • Vehicle Updates Communication: Stay updated on vehicle technical changes and share relevant information with drivers. • Continuous Improvement and Development: Enhance training delivery, optimise driver learning, and pursue personal professional development. Biffa – we’re changing the way people think about waste At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. We believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment which is why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn. Our essential requirements · Minimum 3 years of HGV driving experience, including multiple HGV modes. · Proven expertise in conducting driver assessments. · Valid Class 2 HGV Licence and Digital Tachograph. · Up-to-date CPC Training. · Basic understanding of HGV mechanics and maintenance. · Proficient in driver checks and reporting procedures. · Knowledge of relevant legislation, including Working Time Directive. · Flexible with work hours, including early starts, late finishes, night shifts, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering comprehensive driver inductions and ongoing vocational training to ensure staff remain safe and compliant. Responsibilities also include managing driver competence records, conducting performance reviews, and providing post-incident retraining.