Driver Training Officer

About the Role

Gregory Distribution Ltd is seeking a dedicated Driver Training Officer based in Ernesettle, Plymouth, England. This position emphasizes enhancing driver skills, compliance, and safety by implementing comprehensive training initiatives. The role plays a vital part in supporting transport professionals and fostering continuous improvement in driver performance within a forward-thinking logistics company.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute proactive training programs in line with company policies and operational processes.
• Conduct local driver inductions, development sessions, skills training, assessments for Potential New Drivers, Long Semi-Trailer training, manual handling, and vehicle familiarization exercises.
• Assign training tasks appropriately to depot-based Driver Development Coaches and ensure proper coverage across depots.
• Provide delivery of training in absence of Driver Development Coaches and collaborate closely with operational management and the central Learning & Development team.
• Lead remote Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) courses annually from January through April and support scheduled training weeks requiring full-week CPC course delivery.
• Facilitate the Driver Smart 360 CPC program throughout the year adhering to regulatory and centre standards.
• Contribute actively to the continuous refinement and upgrade of training materials and programs.
• Maintain accurate, current, and auditable records of driver training activities per company standards.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, including attendance at annual CPC familiarization and continuous professional development events.
• Receive comprehensive training in relevant certifications including PRIM Fleet Assessor, IOSH Managing Safely, Manual Handling Instructor, Level 3 Award in Education and Training, First Aid at Work, and other compliance inductions.

Requirements

• Possess a valid UK Class 1 CE driving licence with a minimum of three years driving experience and a clean record (maximum of three penalty points).
• Experience in driver coaching, training delivery, or assessment roles within the transport or logistics sector.
• In-depth understanding of LGV driver regulations, safety protocols, compliance obligations, and safe systems of work.
• Effective communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement capabilities with a strong ability to foster productive relationships across teams.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Competency in data analysis and utilizing digital platforms for training record management, reporting, and compliance oversight.
• A proactive safety-first attitude coupled with high professional integrity.
• Flexibility to accommodate changing schedules and travel requirements supporting multiple depot locations as necessary.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Competitive annual salary ranging between £38,000 and £42,000, contingent on experience.
• Standard working hours from 08:00 to 17:00, Monday through Friday, with occasional flexibility to cover nights or unsocial hours as business demands.
• Access to monthly training courses across different areas.
• Additional perks including holiday purchase schemes, retail discounts, wellbeing support programs, life assurance, pension, sickness schemes, Christmas savings club, tyre discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, complimentary uniform, and paid volunteer days.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development within a growing company.
• Supportive team environment fostering collaboration and positive workplace culture.

Additional Information

Applicants must have unrestricted eligibility to work in the UK and will be required to provide proof of right to work during the interview stage. The company prefers direct recruitment but maintains a preferred supplier list for agency engagement when necessary. The role is subject to the company's terms and conditions. For application consideration, prompt submission is advised due to high interest volume.