Driver Trainer
3 days ago
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Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow—people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level.
Job Description
The Driver Trainer is responsible for developing, delivering, and assessing driver training programmes to ensure all UPS drivers in the UK meet statutory, operational, and company-specific requirements for safe and competent driving. This role is crucial in maintaining UPS's high standards of safety, efficiency, and customer service.
This is a permanent onsite position, Monday to Friday, 8am- 4:30 pm with an hour break (or similar flexible arrangements).
What's In For You
- A competitive salary of around £36.5k (flexible depending on experience) and benefits package.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Career growth and mobility within a global organisation.
- A strong commitment to safety and employee wellbeing.
- Discounts on major retailers.
- Company pension scheme.
What You'll Do
- Conducting training for both new and experienced drivers across all vehicle types (vans, HGVs/LGVs) using diverse methods like classroom sessions, 3D simulations, webcasts, and practical on-road coaching, adhering to company policies and safety standards.
- Designing, updating, and maintaining driver training materials to align with current legislation (e.g., DVSA, CPC) and industry best practices.
- Evaluating driving standards through practical and theoretical means, providing constructive feedback, identifying training needs, and maintaining accurate records of driver competence.
- Promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, overseeing student and resource safety during training, and aiming to reduce incidents for overall fleet safety.
- Acting as a mentor, offering ongoing support and expert advice on driving standards and safety to drivers and operational teams.
- Managing training records, ensuring data integrity in training systems, and preparing reports on training effectiveness, driver performance, and compliance.
- Maintaining high personal driving skills and engaging in continuous professional development, including "train-the-trainer" classes.
What You'll Need
Essential:
Proven experience as a professional driver, ideally within a multi-drop or logistics environment.
- Strong understanding of UK driving laws and regulations (e.g., Road Traffic Act, Working Time Directive, Tachograph regulations if applicable).
- Excellent driving record with a full Clean UK Driving license
- Demonstrable experience in delivering training or coaching adults.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse groups of learners.
- Ability to design and produce high-quality training materials.
- Proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and potentially learning management systems.
- Self-motivated, organised, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to travel to various UPS locations across the UK as required for training delivery.
Desirable:
Recognised teaching or training qualification (e.g., Level 3 teaching qualification, PTLLS/AET).
- Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) qualification from the DVSA.
- Experience as an Emergency Response Driving Instructor (if applicable to specific roles).
- A clean C1 or C (HGV/LGV) driving license with relevant CPC qualification.
- Experience with advanced driving techniques (e.g., defensive driving, eco-driving).
Employee Type
Permanent
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