Waste & Fleet Training Officer
CV-LibraryWest MidlandscontractPosted: 6 October 2026
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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
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