Driver Trainer C+E / LGV1 - John Lewis Primary Transport

Basic Annual pay - Â£ 37,176 to £ 45,231 plus relevant Shift premium.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To assess, test and train partners, potential partners and agency drivers to the required standard. To maintain on-going training and Partner Training Records for all Transport partners. To improve drivers compliance records and improve driving style and increase telematics scores across the network.
 

This role requires the individual to display a high degree of flexibility and to travel to other sites around the Distribution network to meet business training requirements. There will also be a need to work various shift patterns to ensure training objectives are met and where appropriate legal compliance is maintained.

The position would suit someone who is self-motivated and resourceful. A strong desire to support others to achieve the highest standards of performance within a demanding customer led environment is also essential. Individuals should also be able to demonstrate a high level of coaching skill and provide excellent feedback. There will be a need for continuous personal development in order to maintain professional competence.

Job Requirements:
 

• Identify training needs in consultation with Operational People Managers.

• Support the creation, maintenance and delivery of training packages and SOPS that align to the training needs of the Transport department.

• Deliver and record mandatory training to all Transport Partners and Agency drivers.

• Support the creation and delivery of Driver Certificate of Professional Competence courses, working within the governing body guidelines.

• Provide induction training, follow up support and guidance for new starters, apprentices and Warehouse to Wheels candidates.

• Carry out periodic driving assessments, including those for recruitment and agency driver retention.

• Share knowledge and skills to all levels within the business.

• Deliver training to Branch and NDC`s when the need arises

• Support the development of high performing LGV Partners. Provide constructive feedback as part of a wider coaching strategy to enable Partners to reach and exceed the required standard.

• Demonstrate and coach defensive driving and fuel efficiency skills.

• Maintain accurate training records in accordance with our legal obligation.

• Promote adherence to Partnership transport policies and procedures.

• Support operational needs by putting in place measures to ensure compliance is maintained.

• Network with internal and external Transport training providers.

• Contribute to a safe working environment by being aware of legislative requirements of the workplace.

• Deliver tool box talks on designated Safety, Compliance or training hot topics.

• Carry out site visits to prepare and maintain Transport Technical Assessments.

• Ensure that all Branch and Supplier maps are up to date and to a high standard of usability.

• Be a subject matter expert for local road and vehicle restrictions, such as LLCS and ULEZ.

• Support project and development work where required.

• Work tirelessly to improve the department’s compliance risk rating.

Required essential experience skills and qualifications:

• LGV Cat C+E

• DCPC

• Comprehensive knowledge of Transport compliance legislation.

• Fleet Telematics knowledge

• Extensive experience of driving large goods vehicles and a knowledge of all types of commercial vehicles and trailers.

• Experience of coaching, mentoring and developing drivers.

Desirable experience skills and qualifications:

• Previous experience of creating and delivering transport training packages.

• Experience of assessing or instructing LGV drivers.

• NRI approved instructors / assessor.

• PTTLS.

• Management CPC.

• First Aider.

Being a Partner in our business makes you more than an employee, you’re a co-owner, giving you the opportunity to influence the way we work for the better. All of us have shared values and common goals and we work as a team to achieve these. As a Transport Partner, you’ll always have the support of our warehouse and branch Partners to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of stock so that it is where it needs to be when our customers come to shop, even when things don’t go to plan.   

Without our Transport Partners, our business simply wouldn’t be able to operate. Join us today and not only will you be joining a unique business, you’ll also enjoy a vast range of benefits and a healthy work-life balance: 

Benefits 

After completion of Earning Membership you’ll be entitled to;

• 20% Discount at Waitrose & Partners on majority of goods

• 25% Discount at John Lewis & Partners on majority of goods

• 12% Discount at john Lewis & Partners on electrical & white goods 

• Defined contribution pension scheme and Life Assurance (4x annual salary)

• 22 days paid holiday per year, increasing to 25 after 3-years service and 30 after 10 years, plus Bank holiday Lieu time.

Work-Life balance

• Discounted holidays at our exclusive Partnerships hotels

• VIP suites with discounted tickets at the O2 arena

• Generous discounts at numerous restaurants and bars

• Exclusive days out for Partners and their families