Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Bedford
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
DRIVER ASSESSOR / DRIVER TRAINER – £40,000
£40,000 per year | Full-Time | Permanent | 06:00am Start
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Driver Assessor / Driver Trainer to join their transport operation.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Driver Trainer looking to take the next step in their career, with a key focus on driver safety, compliance, assessment and development.
THE ROLE
As a Driver Assessor / Trainer, you will be responsible for assessing commercial drivers, identifying training requirements and delivering both on-road and classroom-based training.
You will work closely with the transport and fleet teams to maintain high standards of driver performance, safety and compliance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct assessments for new and existing commercial drivers
Carry out assessments following Road Traffic Collisions
Identify and deliver driver retraining where required
Deliver driver coaching, training and Driver CPC
Conduct behavioural observations and performance assessments
Provide advice on Drivers' Hours, Tachograph rules and WTD
Carry out vehicle and driver audits and spot checks
Deliver vehicle familiarisation training
Assist with accident investigations and camera footage reviews
Deliver toolbox talks and new starter inductions
Maintain training records and training matrices
Monitor driver compliance and performance
Identify opportunities to improve driver safety and performance
Work closely with Transport, Fleet Compliance and Health & Safety teams
✅ THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Full C+E Class 1 HGV Licence
Minimum 5 years' commercial driving experience
Clean licence with no points or endorsements
Recognised Driver Assessor qualification/accreditation
Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
Strong knowledge of Drivers' Hours, WTD and transport legislation
Previous driver training or assessment experience
Excellent communication and coaching skills
Good IT skills
Professional and confident approach
THE PACKAGE
£40,000 per annum
06:00am start
Permanent position
Full-time hours
Excellent opportunity for career development
INTERESTED?
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Kat Ellis
(phone number removed)
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