We are recruiting for a Driver Trainer at our Skelmersdale Depot (WN8 8DZ) within the Muller Milk and Ingredients Distribution Business.
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
In this role, you’ll deliver high-quality driver assessments, inductions, and ongoing development training, including CPC and fuel-efficient driving techniques. You’ll play a key part in promoting our safety culture, supporting compliance, and ensuring drivers are confident and competent with all equipment and procedures.
You’ll also contribute to post-incident training, maintain accurate compliance records, and work closely with transport and compliance teams to uphold best practices.
Contract – Full Time / PermanentLocation – Skelmersdale Depot (WN8 8DZ)Shift Pattern – 5 on 2 off- Tuesday to Saturday – 13pm Start Time – 47.5 hours per week.Rate of Pay – £16.63 per hour plus £40 per week Driver Trainer Supplement
Driver Trainer Primary Focus
Support all areas of driver development and training including but not limited to;DCPC DeliveryFuel Efficient DrivingDriver CompliancePost-accident fault rectificationMeasure and target improvement against KPIs
Driver Trainer Key Skills & ExperienceRelevant experience in a similar role is desirable but not essentialAn effective team member who works well on their own initiativeDemonstrates an excellent attitude to workSelf – motivated with a positive attitude and extremely reliableHGV Class 1 Licence (LGV Cat C+E)Current CPC and digital driving cardNo more than 6 minor points on driving licence (No CDs, DDs, DRs or INs)
Driver Trainer Role & ResponsibilitiesCarry out pre-employment driver assessments for both Permanent and Agency driversSupport MMID Health and Safety culture, including local safety campaignsWorking with the Lead Driver Trainer to support safety roadshows, local driver forums and national eventsPromote and deliver driver development, to include Safe & Fuel-Efficient Driving aligned to A to G performance indicators (Connexus)Support driver CPC periodic training requirementsSupport internal LGV training opportunitiesDeliver all aspects of new driver induction training and existing driver development training, including vehicle and trailer specific familiarisation and manual handling techniques – in accordance to site or operational requirementsEnsure compliance with company procedures and GDPR rulesSupport Company SSoW processes and associated documentation relating to driver activitiesEnsure drivers are familiar and proficient in operating existing and new equipmentWhere directed – Train CIP techniques dependant on site requirementsEnsure that driver vocational licence entitlements are valid as part of pre-employment process, ensuring all vocational driver licences are validMaintain up to date and accurate data within the Tachomaster analysis compliance systemSupport the Lead Driver Trainer, to complete & support EU & RTWTD infringement remedial actionComplete post-accident remedial trainingCommunicate effectively with, Compliance teams & Transport teams to determine best practice is achieved fully in all areasRisk assessment of route, delivery and collection locations This list is not exhaustive, and the job holder may be required to undertake other duties.
Driver Trainer Benefits
As a Driver Trainer, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, reward your contribution, and help you thrive both in and out of work:
Rate of pay is £16.63 per hour, weekly paid (plus premiums)X2 Life Assurance33 days annual holiday including bank holidaysAccess an exclusive rewards platformEnhanced family leave policiesCompany PensionAccess to the Mller Rewards discount scheme offering over 800 discounts online and in-store and the potential to make savings across grocery and clothes shopping, holidays, insurance, gifts and moreHave pride in what you achieve as a member of a teamBe provided with a free corporate uniformFree onsite secured colleague car parking
If you’re committed to excellence, safety, and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you!
At Mller, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. xwzovoh We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage people to apply even if they don’t meet every requirement listed. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know – we’re happy to support you.
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