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Driver Trainer

Greggs Plc

Driver Trainer

£48600

Greggs Plc, Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire

  • Part time
  • Temporary

Posted 3 weeks ago, 5 Apr | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 6806cfaa87914cd5a7912096bf011016

Full Job Description

  • Colleague Networks - internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one another, This is a full-time role (45 hours per week) however flexibility in this will be considered

  • We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role

  • The base location for this role is Greggs Clydesmill Bakery,75 Westburn Drive, G72 7NA


    • What you'll do
  • Carry out driving assessments as part of recruitment process

  • Plan and review new driver training covering site introduction, routes, safe systems of work, Tacho procedures, defect reporting and walk round checks

  • Perform annual in cab driver assessments

  • Retrain underperforming drivers such as those with poor anticipation and/or high levels of harsh braking

  • Retrain and assess drivers following RTIs

  • Deliver DVC Training and Slow Manoeuvring Course as directed

  • Conduct Driver Assessments of Greggs Shop Maintenance Team as appropriate

  • Assist with the administration of RTI investigations and retraining

  • Carries out annual refresher training for Tachographs, Defect reporting and walk round checks.

  • Train drivers in vehicle and equipment (eg taillift) specific use

  • Carries out specific Tacho training with drivers who have infringed as agreed with site

  • Carries out safe systems training with drivers and loaders to include loading, deliveries, refuelling, use of tail lifts etc

  • Assists the Department in carrying out new shop reviews and reports back on any issues

  • In conjunction with site management identifies training & development needs within agreed transport areas and agrees action plan with ADI Trainers

  • Evaluates the impact of training and development activities to support improvement

  • Works with the site Learning & Development Facilitator to ensure all training is recorded, the correct process is followed and the correct documentation is used at all times

    Minimum Category C (Class 2) driving licence.

  • Current CPC and digital tachograph card required

  • Excellent standard of driver performance.

  • Proficient using Word, Excel and Powerpoint applications.

  • Experience of producing clear, accurate and concise written reports.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise effectively.

  • Strong understanding of current transport legislation and EU/WTD Regulations.

  • Confident in course presentation to groups.

  • Able to work away from home, if and when required.


    • Desired Qualifications:
  • Class C+E Driving Licence

  • Approved Driving Instructor.

  • PTTLS, Award In Education Level 3 or similar qualification.

  • RTITB, RoSPA or DIA qualified trainer.

    Competitive pay

  • 21 days (4.2 weeks) annual leave, pro-rated, increasing with service, plus bank holidays and 1 additional floating day

  • Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced products

  • Paid breaks

  • Free hot drinks while on a shift break

  • Profit share: We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our employees who have at least 6-month service, or more, each year

  • Share save schemes that let you buy discounted Greggs shares, by saving a set amount of money over a fixed time, to have an even bigger share of our profits

  • Career progression and learning and development

  • Employee Assistance Programme; A free, confidential helpline, offering advice and support with financial, relationship, work-related and wellbeing issues, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Including a mobile app providing a range of wellness content on physical, mental, social, and financial wellbeing

  • Perks and savings, such as digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in-store and online coupons and lifestyle offers