Driver Training Manager in Romford

Salary up to £65k based on proven experience.

About the role:

Shape the next generation of professional bus drivers — and lead the team that makes it happen. This is a high‑impact leadership role at the heart of our transport operation. You'll own everything that happens inside our Training Centres — from induction through to PCV test pass and on to advanced driver training — while building a motivated, high‑performing team of trainers, examiners and support staff. If you're energised by people development, regulatory excellence, and driving operational improvement, this is the role for you.

What you'll do:

• Lead and develop a team of Driver Trainers, Examiners, Classroom and Type Trainers.
• Plan and manage cost‑effective daily training operations across multiple centres.
• Own KPI performance — time in training, trainer throughput, PCV pass rates.
• Act as the key liaison with DVSA, DVLA and TfL, maintaining full regulatory compliance.
• Manage Delegated Test Centres under licence from the Secretary of State for Transport.
• Ensure CPC records, theory invigilating and licence tracking meet audit standards.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering on vehicle availability and retraining plans.
• Use Green Road data to monitor instructor activity and optimise fleet utilisation.
• Conduct performance reviews and build tailored development plans for your team.
• Champion a strong safety culture across all training activities.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience leading a driver training function, ideally in public transport or a regulated fleet environment.
• Solid understanding of DVSA, DVLA and TfL requirements.
• Strong grasp of PCV licensing standards and CPC compliance obligations.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Data‑literate — comfortable analysing KPIs and acting on insights.
• Intermediate Excel skills; proficient in Word and email.
• Experience managing performance, sickness, welfare and HR processes.
• Ability to plan ahead in a busy, high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment.
• Up to date on UK/EU legislative changes relevant to the role.

Why this role stands out:

You won't just manage a training function — you'll hold a licence from the Secretary of State for Transport for our Delegated Test Centres, giving you real regulatory authority and accountability. It's a genuinely significant leadership position with scope to shape company‑wide standards.

What you'll get:

• TfL travel pass - free travel across the TfL network for you and a family member (non‑contractual).
• Company pension - employer pension contributions to support your long‑term financial wellbeing.
• Holiday allowance - generous annual leave entitlement to rest and recharge.
• Employee discounts - access to a range of discounts and savings through our employee benefits scheme.

Key behaviours we value:

• Developing self and others.
• Drive for achievement.
• Analytical thinking and decisiveness.
• Leadership and positive approach to change.
• Customer focus and concern for quality.
• Effective teamwork and ownership.
• Business awareness.
• Impact and influence.
• Clear, confident communication.
• Technical and professional expertise.
• Understanding the company's wider mission.

Location: Stagecoach Romford Garage, North Street, Romford, Essex RM1 1DS.

EEO Statement: We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated.