Driver Trainer

  • SJ Bargh Limited
  • Lancaster, Lancashire
  • Feb 21, 2026
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Job Description

Here at S J Bargh, we have an exciting opportunity for aDriver Trainerto join the team based in Lancaster to provide training for our drivers through driver assessments, one-to-one coaching and classroom training.
You will be working full time, Monday - Friday.
What will you be doing as our Driver Trainer?

  • To undertake assessment of new drivers during recruitment process to identify training needs.
  • Using a respectful and kind approach to provide training and mentoring for new drivers and current drivers who require additional support with their driving performance.
  • To carry out inductions to all new drivers, completing all relevant training documents.
  • To carry out unannounced gate checks with drivers and vehicles.
  • To plan and deliver driver training program in line with driver CPC requirements and company program in both classroom and field-based environments.
  • In addition to providing driver training, it would be your responsibility to record all training, ensuring consistency and up to date records are kept and given to Operation Teams.

What skills & qualifications do you need to be our Driver Trainer?

  • Youll have previous experience as an HGV Driver Trainer, with Assessment Related qualifications i.e. QTS, CET, DET, AET, or membership of a recognised trainer register (RADAT, RHA, NRI), or any other recognised driver training qualification.
  • Youll be CPC Qualified and hold a full UK HGV C+E Driving License.
  • Youll work collaboratively in a team environment, demonstrating strong IT and communication skills.
  • Youll keep up to date with developments in training i.e., reading relevant journals, going to meetings, and attending relevant courses.
  • Confident in face to face and remote delivery.
  • Good working knowledge of current legislation.
  • Good interpersonal skills and good written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Life insurance
  • Sick pay

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