National Training Instructor

About Logistics UK

Logistics UK, formerly the Freight Transport Association is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods.

An effective supply chain is vital to Keep Britain Trading, directly impacting over 7 million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. With Brexit, technology and other disruptive forces driving changes in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK PLC.

Job Summary

To be a key member of the Logistics UK Training Team, dedicated to delivering the highest quality training services available within the transport sector. As a competent and experienced professional, you will be responsible for the delivery of statutory technical and compliance-based courses, ensuring that participants gain the necessary knowledge and skills. In addition, you will provide a comprehensive training delivery service to Logistics UK members, catering to their specific needs and requirements.

Responsibilities

• To develop, deliver and quality assure Logistics UK training courses, in particular all aspects of driver compliance and vehicle technical training e.g. driver assessor, safe loading, SAFED and Driver CPC.
• As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will support the development team to assist with training projects such as the production and maintenance of training resources, ensuring information is both relevant and accurate.
• Support internal and associate trainer development and contribute to the overall improvement of the Training Support Services (TSS).
• Participate in product standardisation meetings to promote a continuous improvement culture within training performance and product standards.
• Prepare and monitor all QA reports to ensure accurate and timely completion, including NCCI reports.
• To assist the business unit as required and provide input into new initiatives.
• To aid the review and design of new course materials.
• To consult with stakeholders and customers to define training needs
• To work closely with the Training Support Services (TSS) and Operational teams to ensure excellent customer experiences.
• To remain flexible and accept other responsibilities as may reasonably be required.
• To represent Logistics UK in a professional manner and provide memorable experiences.

Requirements

• Highly engaging facilitator with the ability to engage audiences via online and classroom delivery.

• Extensive industry knowledge and experience across all Logistics UK sectors.

• Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders and provide SME input to existing and new product development.

• Proven track record in Quality Assurance technical training delivery, with a focus on training performance and product audit standards.

• High levels of numeracy and literacy with good attention to detail.

• A holder of an Award in Education and Training (Level 3) or equivalent.

• A holder of qualifications such as Approved Driving Instructor, NRI register for LGV trainers is required, ADI desirable.

• A holder of a Transport Manager CPC qualification (both Road Haulage and Passenger Operations desirable).

• Confidence to deliver effective training/presentations to a varied audience.

• Able to demonstrate excellent customer service and understanding of tailored customer needs.

• Demonstrate a keen desire to develop own skills and maintain currency of existing skills and knowledge.

• You should possess excellent communication skills with an ability to relay information accurately and succinctly.

• A good working knowledge of transport legislation.

• An enthusiasm for personal and professional development.

• Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to learn quickly and a willingness to help others succeed in achieving their learning goals,
• Good planning and organisational skills.

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits recognising that no two employees are the same – everyone has different preferences and needs that change over time.

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Christmas Working Arrangement for extra days off during the festive period
• Health Cash Plan for all employees and Private Medical Insurance for managers
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Enhanced Family Leave policy
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work
• Various learning and development opportunities
• Range of pension schemes
• Award scheme to recognise outstanding employees
• Life Assurance Scheme for peace of mind