About the role:

All Round Trainer required to identify and deliver HGV Driver Training and assist with skills training across the Logistics team.

This is a great opportunity within our transport division for an experienced HGV driver trainer (or experienced HGV driver willing to fast track) to deliver in-house training to our c60 HGV drivers including in-house Induction Training for new recruits and ongoing CPD & skills refresher training.

A full time role, based in Corpach, Fort William, consideration may be given to flexible working hours to facilitate travel to our Logistics Hub. Travelling to other depots will be required to fulfil the needs of the role with use of a company car.

The successful candidate must have excellent knowledge and experience of working within the haulage industry. A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint is also required. Being highly organised with good administration skills is essential along with being adaptable to change.

About you:

Previous experience in a similar role or relevant qualification within this field
LGV C+E licence and a Certificate of Professional Competence in national Road Haulage Operations (preferred)
Knowledge of MS Office; particularly Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Confident, professional manner;
Strong organisational skills with excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Excellent attention to detail

Main Responsibilities (list not exhaustive):

Apply expert knowledge through training to ensure all drivers follow company standard operating procedures, improve driving technique, fuel efficiency, and reduce accident rates.
Carry out accident/incident investigation and report writing.
Keep up to date with DVSA working practices, including Earned Recognition
Implement a training programme based on the fuel-efficiency principles with a view to reducing the overall fuel consumption of the fleet.
Set up and maintain the company registration as a training provider with the JAUPT, write, develop and deliver CPC course suitable for the business needs and external parties.
Set up and maintain the company registration as a training provider with the SQA, develop and deliver ADR course suitable for the business needs and external parties.
Work alongside HR and the Transport Managers to recruit LGV Drivers, from reviewing applications, to interview and driver assessments.
Conduct a programme of Behaviour Based Safety Training with ADR training provider.
Support the Driver Hours' analyst with tachograph analysis and managing driver’s hours.
Write and develop internal training programmes to suit individual progression plans and the needs of the business – including HGV driver training, forklift, plant and machinery (where deemed competent

We are happy to discuss the role further with applicants who may not meet all of the above criteria, as training may be provided.

What you can expect:

Excellent scope to develop your career;
Life assurance cover;
Occupational Health Support
Employee Assistance Programme;
Training & Development opportunities;
Company Pension Scheme
28 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), enhanced with service;
Loyalty bonus payment scheme;
Employer contributory pension scheme;
Occupational health surveillance;
Group life assurance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

Transport Manager CPC (preferred)
Category CE Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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