Driver Trainer

Driver Trainer

Location: Bicester
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Workmate Agency is recruiting on behalf of a leading UK food distribution business supplying hotels, pubs, and restaurants nationwide. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Driver Trainer to support driver development, compliance, safety, and performance across the operation.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support the recruitment process through pre-employment assessments
• Deliver a comprehensive Driver Induction programme aligned with company standards and current legislation

Ongoing Driver Training

• Provide regular refresher training and additional mode training
• Improve driver skills, safety performance, and customer experience

Record Management

• Maintain accurate driver competence and training records using Express Class
• Ensure records meet compliance and audit requirements

Post-Incident Support

• Reassess and retrain drivers following incidents or near misses

Driving Performance & Behaviour

• Analyse driving performance data with management
• Identify drivers requiring additional support and deliver targeted interventions
• Conduct behavioural coaching where improvements are required

Vehicle & Technical Updates

• Stay informed on vehicle technical updates and communicate changes to drivers

Continuous Improvement

• Enhance training delivery and learning methods
• Support a strong safety and compliance culture
• Maintain personal professional development

Skills, Experience & Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C) licence
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous HGV driving experience (multi-drop preferred)
• Good knowledge of UK driving and working time regulations
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Professional, customer-focused attitude
• No more than 6 penalty points (no DD, DR, or IN endorsements)

Desirable Qualifications

• Driver Assessor Awards
• CPC Trainer qualification

Apply now on Indeed or contact Bea on (phone number removed).

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Disclaimer: No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on any grounds - every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Workmate Agency acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Please visit the Workmate Agency website for more information on our services.