Driver Trainer

Driver Trainer

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Code EC driver's license with valid PDP
• Proven experience as a driving instructor.
• Clear driving record.
• Clear criminal record.
• Excellent verbal and written
• Operating rigid light vehicle unit standard
• Dangerous goods unit standard
• Warehouse lifting equipment unit standard
• Firefighting unit standard

Responsibilities: 

• Assess new and existing drivers.
• Conduct training sessions (soft skills and lifting equipment) according to the drawn schedules.
• Ensure that training schedules for both soft skills and lifting equipment are communicated to the managers and are adhered to.
• Training and assessing all DTA facilitated and accredited courses through theoretical and practical training.
• Conduct coaching sessions with drivers to improve competency.
• Conduct driver-on-route assessments.
• Ensure that the driver's license and PrDP are up-to-date and valid.
• Ensure that the attendance registers are filled and filed correctly
• Keep the driver files up to date on the learner management system. ( SHEQx)
• Provide feedback to all stakeholders regarding driver assessments conducted.
• Capture and update data on the internal systems. ( SHEQx)
• Facilitate training interventions linked to TETA Scope.
• Assess learners fairly, consistently, and accurately according to TETA requirements.
• Use understandable language and provide support where needed.
• Conduct a site audit and route inspection to ensure vehicles are up to standard and assist with vehicle dispatching.
• Assist in relevant operations/operational functions as required.
• Complete accredited training material according to TETA regulations.
• Do internal moderation.
• Maintain professional conduct.
• Ensure the dress code is according to company Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards daily.
• Ensure standards of Health and Safety are maintained.
• Capture and share all training done with the DTA training administrator.
• Report all concerns / Risks to the DTA manager.
• It's your responsibility to make sure your accreditation for Assessor and Moderators is up to date.