Driver Trainer - Doncaster / Immingham

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Job Title: Driver Trainer

Department: Woodside Tankfreight

Location: Doncaster / Immingham

Responsible to: General Manager / Directors

Salary Range: Competitive

Job Overview

Woodside Tankfreight specialises in the transport of bulk powders, liquids, and gases across the UK and Ireland. Known for our expertise, reliability, and customer‑centric approach, we are looking for an experienced Driver Trainer to join our team. The role involves training, educating and updating Tankfreight Drivers on the methods, procedures and legislation required for safe and efficient duty completion, including driver CPC training. The successful candidate will be responsible for GB‑based Drivers and should be able to work flexible hours.

Key Tasks

• Assess potential drivers as part of the recruitment and selection process.
• Induct and train newly recruited drivers in procedures, processes and general company principles including health and safety policies.
• Train new and existing drivers on loading / offloading of liquid and powder tanks, and specific delivery/collection points.
• Train new and existing drivers on articulated combinations and assess performance using telemetric systems, providing regular reviews.
• Formally assess all company HGV drivers on a minimum basis of once a year.
• Review, update and retrain existing drivers on procedures and processes relevant to company principles, including health and safety.
• Ensure drivers are familiar with the latest customer requirements.
• Ensure drivers maintain a clean, presentable appearance and are fully equipped with the company uniform and equipment.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, both inside and out.
• Undertake random staff drug and alcohol testing using in‑house testing equipment.
• Report health and safety issues, including near misses, to the general manager.
• Participate in health and safety forum meetings, risk management meetings, driver meetings and CPC course development.
• Participate in defect reporting management.
• Complete investigatory meetings and assist with cause of damage investigations.
• Assist with collections and deliveries when required.

Essential Criteria

• Hold a clean Class 1 (C & E) licence.
• Have relevant experience in the bulk tanker industry with operational experience of both powder and liquid tankers.
• Working knowledge of current transport legislation.
• At least 1 year of LGV driver training experience, including economic driving techniques and health and safety.

Desirable Criteria

• National / International Operator CPC qualification.
• Advanced Driver Qualification.
• Driving Instructor / Assessor qualification.
• Health & Safety qualification.

Benefits

• Attractive salary.
• Fully funded health plan with Healthshield.
• Long‑service recognition.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Learning and Development hub with access to the full suite of iHASCO training programmes.
• Employee recognition scheme.
• Opportunities for personal development.

For More Information And To Apply

Complete our online application form.

Email your CV to Recruitment@woodsides.com

Call 07741 756520

Or text RECRUIT and your name to 66777

Diversity and Inclusion Commitments

Woodside Logistics Group is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process or have questions regarding accessibility, please contact us.

Notes

The company operates pre‑employment drug screening testing, and any offer of employment is conditional upon a clean drug screening test. Prospective employees are expected to disclose any convictions during the recruitment process; a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.

You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close the posts at any time once we have sufficient applications.