Driver Trainer **INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**

Culina Logistics provides integrated supply chain services and expertise for food & drink products that require strict refrigerated temperatures.

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!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Driver Trainer to join our team in Tilbury on a full time permanent basis.

As a Driver Trainer you will be responsible for delivering driver related training, whilst evaluating and monitoring the impact of training on Culina Drivers.

Shift: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (flexibility required).

Salary: £43,775 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.                                           
• 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.
• 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.
• Excellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate information to trainees.
• Able to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
• A good standard of computer literacy, particularly MS Office applications.
• Able to work as part of a team or individually.
• 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 – 28 days inclusive of the bank holidays. 
• 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!