EXPERIENCED DRIVER TRAINER / ASSESSOR – £40,000 PER YEAR!
£40,000 Salary | Permanent Position | Full-Time | 06:00 Start
Ready for your next career move in driver training and assessment?
We’re recruiting on behalf of our client for an Experienced Driver Trainer / Assessor to join their transport operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional with a strong HGV background and a passion for road safety, driver development and compliance. You’ll play a key role in coaching drivers, improving performance and ensuring the highest standards of safety across the operation.
WHAT'S ON OFFER?
- £40,000 annual salary
- Permanent, full-time position
- 06:00 start
- Opportunity for career development
- Varied role combining on-road assessments and classroom training
- Opportunity to make a real difference to driver safety and performance
THE ROLE
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting assessments for new and existing commercial drivers
- Carrying out assessments following road traffic collisions
- Identifying training needs and delivering driver retraining
- Delivering on-road and classroom-based training, including Driver CPC
- Conducting behavioural observations and performance assessments
- Advising on Drivers' Hours, tachograph regulations and Working Time Regulations
- Carrying out vehicle and driver audits and spot checks
- Delivering vehicle familiarisation training, toolbox talks and new starter inductions
- Assisting with accident investigations and camera footage reviews
- Maintaining training records and monitoring driver compliance
- Working closely with Transport, Fleet Compliance and Health & Safety teams
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
You will need:
- Full Class 1 C+E HGV licence
- Minimum 5 years' commercial driving experience
- Clean driving licence with no points or endorsements
- Recognised Driver Assessor qualification/accreditation
- Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- Previous experience in driver training and assessment
- Strong knowledge of Drivers' Hours, tachograph rules, WTD and transport legislation
- Excellent communication, coaching and interpersonal skills
- Good IT skills and a professional approach
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Driver Trainer employer: Interaction Recruitment
Interaction Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and employee well-being. With competitive pay and flexible shifts, this role in Gateshead provides opportunities for personal growth and skill development, making it an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful employment in a dynamic environment.
