Driver Trainer

About the role

* Driver Trainer (Class 1 & Class 2 qualified)   

1. ???Overtime opportunities also available

• Fully funded CPC training hours provided

The HGV Driver Trainer / Assessor is responsible for delivering professional training and development whilst supporting all Drivers in the daily performance of their duties. The role will ensure all goods vehicle drivers are trained competently in line with company standards and legal requirements.

Working with the Transport Manager, Transport Team Managers and the Fleet Manager the Driver Trainer will ensure that Driving Assessments and Driver CPC Training and other training requirements are delivered and all training records are maintained for all Drivers across all aspects of driving and delivery.

Driver Trainers will still be required to complete store deliveries; trunking and/or collections as required where there is a business need.

Role Responsibility

To be successful in the role you will achieve the following:

Policy changes – support and implementation

Support the delivery and management of the Mobile Phone & Distraction Policy

Store risk + re-risk assessments for safe deliveries.

Accident investigation support for Health & Safety and RSC management.

Operational risk assessments + SSOW (safe ways of working )

Safety week activities successfully delivered across Transport and Transport Admin

Support weekly audits

Support Hazard and Near Miss Card investigations

Identify areas of improvement and deliver via safety briefs, toolbox talks etc.

All refresher training is completed to the Group standard and fully documented

All drivers complete a documented annual assessment and any required training needs are actioned

Annual CPC training is completed in line with the network business plan and legal requirements

Completed and documented on colleague training file/matrix

Full training given to all colleagues and Team Managers are supported in delivering the agreed minimum standard

All class 2 drivers are fully assessed and prepared for formal LGV class 1 examination

All in house driver trainees are fully assessed and prepared for formal LGV examination

New in house trained drivers are fully supported and mentored post examination with regular trainer feedback sessions

All driver inductions are completed to the Group standard and fully documented

You will need

•A full UK driving licence which includes Category CE (HGV)

•Experienced LGV 1 Driver (minimum 3 years)

•Up to date Driver Certificate of Professional Competence

•Excellent knowledge of EU and Working Time Regulations

•Working knowledge of Transport and other relevant Legislation

•Delivering training to groups/individuals

Whats in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

About The Company

Be part of something special. Join our team at Booker.

Booker is the UK’s leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country.

Booker Group comprises of Booker Wholesale, Makro, Booker Direct, Classic Drinks, Ritter Courivaud and Chef Direct. Our customers include Premier, Family Shopper, Budgens and Londis retailers and we have one shared aim - improving choice, price and service for all our customers.

Our business is incredibly diverse, so it takes a wide range of skills to deliver the exceptional service our customers require.

Wherever you join us, you’ll be part of an organisation that will help your career to keep moving forward.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*