HGV Driver Training & Assessment Lead

<p class="text-muted mb-3">An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HGV professional to take on a dedicated training and assessment role within a busy, safety-focused transport operation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be responsible for ensuring new and existing HGV drivers meet the required standards of driving competence, safety, legal compliance, vehicle operation and professional conduct.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role will involve practical assessments, driver inductions, classroom and vehicle-based training, refresher coaching, accompanied driving assessments and post-incident reviews. You will also identify development needs and provide clear, objective feedback and recommendations to management.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Deliver driver inductions and practical assessments for new and existing HGV drivers.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Conduct Category C and C+E assessments, including reversing, manoeuvring, coupling and uncoupling.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Assess vehicle checks, defensive driving, safe vehicle operation and professional standards.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Deliver classroom, practical and vehicle-based training.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Provide accompanied drives, route familiarisation and ride-along assessments where required.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Deliver refresher, remedial and targeted coaching based on individual needs.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Carry out post-incident and post-accident driver assessments.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Train drivers in the safe use of trailers, tail-lifts, ramps and load-security equipment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Promote compliance with drivers' hours, tachograph</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements and transport legislation.</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Identify recurring competency, safety and compliance issues and recommend appropriate action.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Monitor driver performance through regular assessments, observations and reassessments.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintain accurate training, assessment and competency records.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Produce reports covering training activity, assessment results, development needs and identified risks.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Support driver meetings, safety briefings and ongoing training initiatives.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Contribute to the continuous improvement of driver training and competency processes.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Escalate serious or repeated safety, competency or compliance concerns to management.</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">About You</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Full, current Category C+E licence held for a minimum of three years.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Current Driver CPC.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Significant recent professional HGV driving experience, including articulated vehicles.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Strong knowledge of drivers' hours, tachographs and relevant transport legislation.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Practical knowledge of vehicle checks, defect reporting, trailer operation and load security.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Previous experience coaching, instructing, supervising or assessing drivers.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Fair, consistent and objective approach to assessment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ability to work independently and effectively with operational teams.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Desirable</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Recognised driver trainer, instructor or assessor qualification.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience delivering structured HGV inductions and practical assessments.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience in transport, safety or regulated training.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Knowledge of incident investigation, infringement analysis or driver risk management.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience developing training materials, assessment forms or competency frameworks.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Candidates with strong relevant experience who do not currently hold a formal trainer or assessor qualification may also be considered, provided they are willing to complete the relevant qualification.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role is primarily based in Redditch, with travel to other operational locations as required. Some UK and occasional overseas travel may be involved, together with flexibility to undertake training and assessments outside standard working hours when operationally required.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm (1 hour unpaid lunch)</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: £40,000–£45,000</p>