Role details
* Job title: HGV Driver Trainer.
* Locations: Cork, Dublin, and satellite sites countrywide (travel required).
* Contract: Full-time, permanent.
The opportunity
The HGV Driver Trainer will conduct new driver assessments, structured training programs, annual refreshers, remedial sessions, eco-driving coaching, and on-site safety observations to enhance fleet performance and fuel efficiency. Ideal for a qualified trainer passionate about driver development in a dynamic logistics environment.
Key responsibilities
* Perform driving assessments for new applicants and deliver classroom modules on compliance, ADR awareness, plus practical handling training.
* Lead annual refresher training covering legislation, SHEQ updates, incident prevention, and physical driving evaluations.
* Administer remedial training for underperforming drivers and develop one-to-one performance improvement plans using telematics data.
* Promote eco-driving techniques to cut emissions and fuel use through coaching and behaviour analysis.
* Conduct regular on-site observations for PPE compliance, site safety, loading practices, and depot-based assessments, reporting non-conformances.
Skills and experience
* Valid HGV qualifications with proven training/assessment experience in driver development.
* Strong knowledge of eco-driving, telematics analysis, SHEQ standards, and compliance training (e.g., ADR).
* Excellent communication skills for classroom delivery, one-to-one coaching, and site observations.
* Ability to travel nationwide and work flexibly across sites.