Waste & Fleet Training Compliance Officer – 12 Month Contract

Location: Rugby Borough Council, Rugby

Rate: £140 per day (Umbrella)

Contract: 12 Month Contract

Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Office Based

Typical Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm (Flexi-Time Available)

Pay: Bi-weekly

Summary

Rugby Borough Council is in search of a seasoned Waste & Fleet Training Compliance Officer to oversee the training, competency assurance, and compliance within Waste Services and the broader Works Service Unit. This role is integral in delivering training, coaching drivers, monitoring compliance, and managing competencies. The officer will ensure that all operational staff, including drivers, loaders, street cleaners, and frontline personnel, possess the necessary qualifications, licenses, and training for their roles. A key aspect of this position involves direct interaction with crews, both on-site and on the road, to enhance operational standards, support compliance, and advocate for safe work practices.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a detailed training and competency matrix for all operational roles.
Oversee training records, license verifications, qualifications, and certificate expiration dates.
Ensure all operational training is current and compliant.
Conduct inductions for permanent, temporary, and agency personnel.
Perform driver assessments, vehicle familiarization training, and periodic reassessments.
Provide direct driver coaching to enhance driving standards and minimize incidents.
Support compliance with:
- DVSA requirements
- Operator Licence obligations
- Health & Safety legislation
- Internal compliance procedures
Deliver toolbox talks and refresher training sessions.
Assist with route risk assessments, gate checks, and crew monitoring activities.
Investigate and address unsafe or non-compliant behaviors.
Monitor tachograph violations and offer coaching to prevent recurrence.
Coordinate specialized training with internal trainers and external providers as needed.
Maintain precise, audit-ready compliance and training records.
Assist managers with investigations and identify training needs from incidents or audits.
Serve as the primary contact for training and compliance within Waste Services.

Essential

Requirements

Requirements:

Previous experience in:
- Waste Management
- Fleet Operations
- Highways Services
- Transport Operations
- Driver Training or Compliance Roles
Full HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence.
Experience driving various vehicle types.
Experience in developing and maintaining training and competency matrices.
Strong understanding of:
- DVSA guidance
- Operator Licence Compliance
- Fleet Compliance
- Health & Safety Regulations
NEBOSH National General Certificate, IOSH qualification, membership, or working towards an equivalent qualification.
Excellent coaching, mentoring, and communication skills.
Ability to influence behavioral change and enhance compliance standards.
Strong record-keeping and administrative skills.

Desirable

Qualified Driver Assessor.
Driver CPC Instructor Qualification.
TAQA Qualification.
Transport Manager CPC.
WAMITAB Qualification.
CIWM Membership.
Additional LGV licence categories.
Experience with Local Authority Waste Services.

Important Information

This role is primarily office-based with frequent operational site visits.
Flexibility is necessary to support operational training activities.
Candidates should be comfortable working directly with frontline waste and fleet teams.
A DVLA Licence Check is required before starting due to the driving responsibilities of the role.

What's on Offer?

£140 per day (Umbrella)
12 Month Contract
Office-Based Role
37 Hours Per Week
Flexi-Time Working
Location: Rugby
Opportunity to shape and enhance training compliance across a large operational workforce.
A varied role that combines compliance, coaching, training delivery, and operational support.
Long-term contract within a supportive Local Authority environment.

Ideal for individuals with experience as a Driver Trainer, Driver Assessor, Fleet Compliance Officer, Transport Compliance Officer, Waste Operations Trainer, Fleet Training Officer, Transport Trainer, Waste Services Compliance Officer, or Fleet & Waste Training Manager.

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