Driver Trainer

Driver Trainer

Responsibilities:

• Assess new and existing drivers.
• Conduct training sessions (soft skills and lifting equipment) according to the drawn schedules.
• Communicate training schedules to managers and ensure adherence.
• Conduct coaching sessions with drivers to improve competency.
• Conduct on-route assessments of drivers.
• Ensure drivers licenses and PrDPs are valid and up to date.
• Ensure attendance registers are completed and correctly filed.
• Keep driver files updated on the learner management system.
• Provide feedback to stakeholders regarding driver assessments conducted.
• Capture and update data on internal systems.
• Facilitate training interventions linked to the TETA scope.
• Assess learners fairly, consistently, and accurately in line with TETA requirements.
• Use understandable language and provide support where needed.
• Conduct site audits and route inspections to ensure vehicle standards and assist with vehicle dispatching.
• Assist in relevant operational functions as required.
• Maintain professional conduct at all times.
• Adhere to the company dress code as per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards daily.
• Ensure health and safety standards are upheld.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent

• Code EC driver's license with valid PrDP

• TETA registered Assessor

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Code EC driver

• Proven experience as a driving instructor

• Clear driving record

• Clear criminal record

• Experience and competency in the following unit standards:

  • Operating vehicle combination (Superlink and Articulated vehicles)

  • Operating rigid heavy vehicles

  • Operating rigid light vehicles

  • Dangerous goods

  • Warehouse lifting equipment

  • Firefighting