Driver Trainer

Great Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer centric service focus is delivered through a site-level empowered culture.

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 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, 08.00-17.00 

Salary: £39,500 per annum.

Key Duties of a Driver Trainer:

• 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.

• Previous experience as a Driver Trainer or Instructor.
• Class 1 licence required.
• CPC is essential.
• Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and current drivers’ hours.
• Attention to detail/ accuracy.
• Adaptable approach to work and training.
• Excellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate information.
• 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.

As part of our drive to make Culina Logistics a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance -  2 x your annual salary.
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!