Driver Development Coach

Job title:

Driver Development Coach

Company

Cencora

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!Job DetailsJob Title: Driver Development CoachEmployer: Alliance HealthcareLocation: Exeter Service Centre, EX2 8QWHours per Week: 48 hours – The working week is Monday to Friday but can also include Saturday mornings dependant on weekly rota requirements.Employment: PermanentSalary Range (dependant on experience and driving qualifications): £36,000 – £44,000 plus benefits listed below.Job Purpose:The Driver Development Coach is responsible for enhancing the skills, safety, and performance of our driver workforce. You will deliver training, support, and continuous development to ensure our drivers adhere to all legal, safety, and operational standards. Your role will also focus on promoting eco-driving techniques to improve fuel efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of our fleet.Top 5 benefits working with us:

• Competitive Pension scheme where the company matches your contribution and can include death in service benefit
• Career training, development and various internal progression opportunities, such as forklift truck licence, forum representatives, and working in other departments
• Employee Assistance programme with free legal and financial advice as well as mental health counselling and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders at work
• Access to Cycle to work scheme and Perks at Work, with discounts at various retailers such as Currys, Samsung, HelloFresh and more
• Charity days for events such as Children in Need and fun activities all year-round

All sounding good so far? Fantastic! Here’s an idea of what you’ll be doing on a regular basis:Driver Training & Coaching:

• Deliver initial and ongoing training to drivers, including new starter inductions, driver assessments, and refresher training.
• Coach drivers in safe driving techniques, compliance with legal requirements (In relation to the licence categories held), and company policies.
• Promote fuel-efficient driving methods (eco-driving) and provide feedback to improve fuel consumption and reduce emissions.

Performance Monitoring:

• Regularly assess driver performance through in-cab observation and driving assessments (when required), telematics data, and feedback from line managers.
• Use telematics and other monitoring tools to identify areas for improvement in driver performance, offering tailored coaching where needed.
• Analyse driving data to highlight trends and address performance gaps, ensuring drivers meet key performance indicators (KPIs).

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure all drivers are trained in accordance with company policies and procedures in relation to driving duties.
• Provide support to the management team when conducting accident/incident investigations, identify root causes, and provide feedback and training to prevent future occurrences.

Continuous Improvement:

• Keep up to date with industry best practices, legislative changes, and emerging technologies to ensure the training provided is relevant and effective.
• Work with the Transport Manager and other DDC’s to implement initiatives that improve the overall efficiency, safety, and performance of the driver team.

Reporting & Feedback:

• Prepare and present reports on driver performance, training outcomes, and areas of improvement to the management team.
• Provide individual and group feedback to drivers, recognising achievements and addressing areas of concern constructively.

Here’s the kind of person that would fit us best:

• Full UK driving licence, preferably with categories C+E.
• Proven experience as a driver trainer, driver development coach, or in a similar role within the transport or logistics industry.
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation, driver regulations, and health & safety practices.
• Experience using telematics systems to monitor and improve driver performance.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear, constructive feedback.
• Certification in driver training (e.g., DVSA Approved Driver Instructor or similar).
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to motivate and develop others.
• Analytical skills to interpret driving performance data and identify areas for improvement.
• A commitment to promoting safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly driving practices.
• Organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Requirements:

• A full valid UK driving license must be held with no more than 3 live points.
• Experienced UK Driving Licence Holder.
• Previous experience of conducting Driving Standard Assessments.

We do receive a lot of applications for our roles so we may close this advert early should we receive sufficient applications.#alliancehealthcare.We are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. Bringing Healthcare closer.This is at the heart of everything we do at Alliance Healthcare and we would love for you to join us on our journey to help millions of patients across the UK lead healthier lives.Our Service Centres play a pivotal role in the success of our business and are responsible for ensuring hat we deliver potentially lifesaving medicines to an extensive network of local customers on a twice daily basis.What Cencora offers​Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.Full timeAffiliated Companies Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services LimitedEqual Employment OpportunityCencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

Expected salary

£36000 – 44000 per year

Location

Exeter

Job date

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 06:47:04 GMT

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