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Waste & Fleet Training Officer

Vivid Resourcing LtdUnited Kingdom🇬🇧United Kingdom

Why this role stands out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape operational excellence and compliance within a vital public service, leveraging your expertise in waste and fleet training. You'll thrive here if you possess strong communication skills, a background in driver training and fleet compliance, and a passion for developing frontline teams. Apply now to make a significant impact in this essential contract position.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typeTemporary/Casual
Work modeOn Site
LocationUnited Kingdom

Job description

West Midlands 12-Month Contract 37 Hours Per Week Office Based

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Waste & Fleet Training Officer to join a busy Local Authority waste service on an initial 12-month contract.

We are looking for a hands-on professional with experience in waste operations, fleet compliance, driver training and workforce development to ensure operational staff remain fully trained, compliant and competent across the service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver driver assessments and operational coaching
  • Maintain and manage training and competency records
  • Ensure all staff training remains current and compliant
  • Support DVSA and Operator Licence compliance requirements
  • Carry out yard, route and behavioural compliance checks
  • Promote best practice across health & safety and operational standards
  • Work closely with drivers, loaders, supervisors and frontline teams

Essential Requirements

  • HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
  • Experience within waste, fleet, transport or environmental services
  • Driver training, assessment or coaching experience
  • Knowledge of DVSA requirements and fleet compliance
  • Experience managing training matrices and competency records
  • Strong communication and influencing skills
  • Understanding of Health & Safety legislation

Desirable

  • Qualified Driver Assessor
  • NEBOSH or IOSH qualification
  • Local Authority experience
  • Transport or fleet compliance background

This is an excellent opportunity for a Driver Assessor, Driver Trainer, Fleet Compliance Officer, Transport Supervisor, Waste Operations Supervisor, Fleet Manager or Transport Manager seeking a long-term contract within a Local Authority environment.

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