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Training Supervisor (LGV Driver & Frontline Trainer)

Biffa
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Full-time Manchester, England

First indexed 9 Oct 2026

Description

As a Training Supervisor (LGV Driver & Frontline Trainer) at Biffa, you will carry out training for drivers, loaders, operatives, and supervisors at Biffa's recycling and waste management contracts in Manchester.

You will have previous experience in a training role or be an experienced driver in the waste management industry, or another service industry. You will also need a Category C entitlement on your driving licence and be experienced at driving different types of vehicles.

Your core responsibilities include:

  • Operational Support: assisting depots in achieving Vehicle Gate Check, Crew Monitoring, and Route Risk Assessment targets, mentoring staff, and reporting major vehicle cleanliness or condition issues.
  • Training Delivery: delivering high-quality training aligned with Group Training Standards and contractual obligations.
  • Driver Coaching & Compliance: coaching drivers to improve skills, reduce accidents, and prevent Operator Licence contraventions.
  • Depot-Based Training (DBT): conducting training on key operational practices.

Requirements include:

  • LGV Category C (Class 2) Driving Licence
  • Valid Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)
  • Working knowledge of transport and other relevant legislation
  • Previous waste or service industry experience
  • Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of working within a time-critical service environment
  • IT literate – comfortable using business software and systems and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines

Benefits include working for a company that champions diversity and equality, and offers a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://apply.workable.com/j/30BA0E95A1