Transport Operations Trainer (TRB26)

Overview

Reference
TRB26

Salary
£40,000 - £40,000/annum

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Bedfordshire -- Bedford

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
07 October 2026


🚛 DRIVER ASSESSOR / DRIVER TRAINER – £40,000

£40,000 per year | Full-Time | Permanent | 06:00am Start

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Driver Assessor / Driver Trainer to join their transport operation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Driver Trainer looking to take the next step in their career, with a key focus on driver safety, compliance, assessment and development.

📋 THE ROLE

As a Driver Assessor / Trainer, you will be responsible for assessing commercial drivers, identifying training requirements and delivering both on-road and classroom-based training.

You will work closely with the transport and fleet teams to maintain high standards of driver performance, safety and compliance.

🚦 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct assessments for new and existing commercial drivers
  • Carry out assessments following Road Traffic Collisions
  • Identify and deliver driver retraining where required
  • Deliver driver coaching, training and Driver CPC
  • Conduct behavioural observations and performance assessments
  • Provide advice on Drivers' Hours, Tachograph rules and WTD
  • Carry out vehicle and driver audits and spot checks
  • Deliver vehicle familiarisation training
  • Assist with accident investigations and camera footage reviews
  • Deliver toolbox talks and new starter inductions
  • Maintain training records and training matrices
  • Monitor driver compliance and performance
  • Identify opportunities to improve driver safety and performance
  • Work closely with Transport, Fleet Compliance and Health & Safety teams

✅ THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Full C+E Class 1 HGV Licence
  • Minimum 5 years' commercial driving experience
  • Clean licence with no points or endorsements
  • Recognised Driver Assessor qualification/accreditation
  • Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
  • Strong knowledge of Drivers' Hours, WTD and transport legislation
  • Previous driver training or assessment experience
  • Excellent communication and coaching skills
  • Good IT skills
  • Professional and confident approach

💷 THE PACKAGE

£40,000 per annum
06:00am start
Permanent position
Full-time hours
Excellent opportunity for career development

📞 INTERESTED?

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Kat Ellis
📱 07581 036340
📧 katrina.ellis@irweb.co.uk

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Contact information

Katrina Ellis