Driver Training Manager job at Romford Full Time

Salary

Up to £65k based on proven experience

About the role

“Shape the next generation of professional bus drivers — and lead the team that makes it happen.”

This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of our transport operation. You’ll own everything that happens inside our Training Centres — from induction through to PCV test pass and on to advanced driver training — while building a motivated, high-performing team of trainers, examiners and support staff. If you’re energised by people development, regulatory excellence, and driving operational improvement, this is the role for you.

What you’ll do

• Lead and develop a team of Driver Trainers, Examiners, Classroom and Type Trainers

• Plan and manage cost-effective daily training operations across multiple centres

• Own KPI performance — time in training, trainer throughput, PCV pass rates

• Act as the key liaison with DVSA, DVLA and TfL, maintaining full regulatory compliance

• Manage Delegated Test Centres under licence from the Secretary of State for Transport

• Ensure CPC records, theory invigilating and licence tracking meet audit standards

• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering on vehicle availability and retraining plans

• Use Green Road data to monitor instructor activity and optimise fleet utilisation

• Conduct performance reviews and build tailored development plans for your team

• Champion a strong safety culture across all training activities

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience leading a driver training function, ideally in public transport or a regulated fleet environment

• Solid understanding of DVSA, DVLA and TfL requirements

• Strong grasp of PCV licensing standards and CPC compliance obligations

• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels

• Data-literate — comfortable analysing KPIs and acting on insights

• Intermediate Excel skills; proficient in Word and email

• Experience managing performance, sickness, welfare and HR processes

• Ability to plan ahead in a busy, high-volume, deadline-driven environment

• Up to date on UK/EU legislative changes relevant to the role

Why this role stands out

You won’t just manage a training function — you’ll hold a licence from the Secretary of State for Transport for our Delegated Test Centres, giving you real regulatory authority and accountability. It’s a genuinely significant leadership position with scope to shape company-wide standards.

What you’ll get

• TfL travel pass – free travel across the TfL network for you and a family member (non-contractual)
• Company pension – employer pension contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing
• Holiday allowance – generous annual leave entitlement to rest and recharge
• Employee discounts – access to a range of discounts and savings through our employee benefits scheme

Key behaviours we value

• Developing self and others

• Drive for achievement

• Analytical thinking and decisiveness

• Leadership and positive approach to change

• Customer focus and concern for quality

• Effective teamwork and ownership

• Business awareness

• Impact and influence

• Clear, confident communication

• Technical and professional expertise

• Understanding the company’s wider mission

Stagecoach workplace culture is one where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences our people bring to the business are celebrated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of background, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age.

Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.

Location:

Stagecoach Romford Garage North Street, Romford Essex RM1 1DS