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Senior Driver Development Coach

Senior Driver Development Coach

Next Careers • Pontefract, England, UK
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description
Description

The role

As a Senior Driver Development Coach you will play a pivotal role in our Driving Academy raising safety standards and enhancing performance across our fast-paced transport network. Working closely with the Driver Training Manager you will make a tangible difference by shaping the operational training agenda lowering road risks through defensive driving techniques and championing fuel-efficient coaching initiatives. Leading by example you will directly manage a dedicated team of Driver Development Coaches within our Central Transport team providing them with regular 1-2-1 support review meetings and proactive performance management to ensure flawless training consistency. Based at our flagship Distribution Centre in South Elmsallyou will be a key player in our Transport team demonstrating flexibility and a can-do attitude. From day one NEXT is committed to supporting your professional growth providing comprehensive onboarding and the tools needed to establish yourself as a departmental legislative expert within our industry-leading in-house Driving Academy.

What youll take on

  • Collaborate with the transport administration team to plan structure and deliver highly organised inductions for all new permanent and agency drivers.
  • Lead mentor and conduct performance reviews and regular 1-2-1s with the Central Transport DDC team to maintain consistent high-quality training delivery.
  • Plan and conduct general driving assessments actively identifying operational areas for improvement and delivering robust post-accident training and evaluations.
  • Deliver engaging compliant CPC training modules to our LGV Drivers through a flexible blend of interactive online and classroom-based sessions.
  • Support the Driver Training Manager in designing reviewing and continuously improving innovative training materials and long-term upskilling strategies.
  • Ensure all driver assessments and training documentations are meticulously updated and aligned with active Company policies and health and safety risk assessments.
  • Maintain operational flexibility to support our 24-hour distribution network occasionally adjusting your hours to deliver training across night shifts weekends and regional service centres.

What youll bring

  • Proven expertiseas a Driver Trainer with a minimum of 1 year practical Class 1 CE driving experience alongside a comprehensive understanding of tachograph and Working Time regulations.
  • Strong coaching credentials with a natural ability to deliver structured training programmes particularly driver CPC modules.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven track record of influencing and motivating individuals in a positive constructive manner.
  • Natural leadership and management capabilities with the confidence to support manage and develop a team of coaching professionals having previous experience of managing a team
  • An adaptable approach to work with the resilience to reprioritise your schedule efficiently when operational plans change quickly in a dynamic business environment.
  • Strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail to keep pace with shifting workplace legislation training guidelines and safety compliance standards.



Required Experience:

Senior IC


Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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