Driver Trainer

Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Due to continued growth, we are now seeking a Driver Trainer to join the Transport team here at Culina Logistics Milton Keynes. 



Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for delivering driver related training, evaluate and monitor the impact of training on Culina Drivers.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08.00-16.00 (on-site)

Key Duties of a Driver Trainer include:

• Deliver in house, periodic Driver CPC training.
• Deliver training relating to drivers’ hours / tachographs / WTD rules and regulations to new starters and existing drivers
• Use Fueltek and Microlise performance statistics and deliver training to proactively manage the driver performance                     
• Provide new starter training / Inductions
• Monitor and evaluate all training provided, assessing Culina needs and ensuring all needs are met at all times
• Report on (both verbal and written) the ability and performance of drivers following all driver training courses undertaken, using counselling and coaching techniques as required
• Keep and maintain up to date and accurate records of all driver training undertaken
• Liaise with the Transport Management team as necessary in order to maximise benefits for all training provided, ensuring that all training is relevant and in line with best practice
• Monitor the standard of Culina Drivers driving and provide information, advice and guidance to departments such as H&S, Transport and HR

Complete risk assessments and safe working practices for Culina sites customer sites and delivery points

• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and current drivers’ hours
• Attention to detail/ accuracy
• Essential skills in LGV C&E Driving Licence
• Able to work without direct supervision
• Adaptable approach to work/ training
• Conscientious and reliable
• Adaptable attitude
• Excellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate information to trainees
• Able to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Effectively prioritise work load in order to meet set deadlines
• A good standard of computer literacy, particularly MS Office applications
• Able to work as part of a team or individually
• Able to manage effectively and communicate to the correct level
• Qualified to Advanced driving level would be desirable
• Excellent presentation skills

In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service to our customers we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive holidays
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Staff facilities including vending machines and canteen area
• Access to our benefits platform: discounts on high street retailers, holidays and cinema tickets
• Health cash plans: Hospital, dental and optical
• Training and development with career progression opportunities and MANY MORE

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