Waste & Fleet Training Compliance Officer

Waste & Fleet Training Compliance Officer – 12 Month Contract Location: Rugby Borough Council – Works Service Unit Rate: £180.00 per day (Umbrella) Contract: 12 Month Contract Hours: 37 Hours Per Week Working Pattern: Office Based Working Hours: Typically 08:00 – 16:00, with flexitime available. Candidates must be adaptable to meet operational training needs, early starts, and service demands.

Pay: Bi-weekly Summary Rugby Borough Council is on the lookout for a seasoned Waste & Fleet Training Compliance Officer to oversee operational training, competency management, and compliance assurance within Waste Services and the broader Works Service Unit. This dynamic role involves a mix of training administration, compliance oversight, driver coaching, and operational support.

The successful candidate will maintain a detailed training and competency matrix and work closely with frontline staff to enhance safety, compliance, driving standards, and operational efficiency. Regular engagement in operational settings, such as depots and on-route observations, is essential to support drivers, loaders, street cleansing operatives, and other frontline teams.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Competency Management Develop and sustain a comprehensive training and competency matrix for all operational roles. Oversee training records, qualifications, licenses, CPC requirements, and certificate expirations. Ensure all mandatory training is up-to-date and compliant. Maintain precise, audit-ready compliance documentation and records.

Serve as the primary contact for workforce training compliance. Driver Training & Coaching Conduct driver assessments and periodic reassessments. Provide vehicle familiarization and walk-round check training. Coach drivers to enhance driving standards and minimize incidents. Support adherence to Operator Licence requirements.

Monitor driving performance and behavioral standards. Offer practical coaching and corrective guidance as needed. Compliance & Operational Assurance Monitor tachograph infringements and deliver targeted coaching. Assist with vehicle gate checks, crew monitoring, and route compliance activities. Identify and mitigate unsafe practices and operational risks.

Report vehicle defects, cleanliness issues, and compliance concerns to management. Ensure compliance with DVSA, Health & Safety, and Traffic Commissioner standards. Training Delivery Conduct inductions for permanent, temporary, and agency staff. Deliver toolbox talks and refresher training sessions. Coordinate specialist training through internal trainers or external providers.

Ensure all training activities are accurately recorded and documented. Service Support Assist managers with investigations and incident reviews. Identify training needs from audits, incidents, and performance issues. Support continuous improvement initiatives across Waste and Fleet operations. Foster a positive safety culture throughout the service.

Essential Requirements Requirements: HGV Category C (Class 2. Licence or Above. Previous experience in: Waste Management Fleet Operations Highways Operations Local Authority Operational Services Experience in delivering training, coaching, mentoring, or driver assessments. Experience in maintaining training records and competency matrices. Strong knowledge of: DVSA requirements Operator Licence Compliance Driver CPC requirements Health & Safety Legislation NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent. IOSH membership or working towards IOSH membership. Excellent communication and coaching skills. Ability to influence behavioral change and promote compliance. Strong administration and record-keeping skills. Desirable Qualified Driver Assessor. Driver CPC Instructor qualification. TAQA Qualification. Transport Manager CPC. Category C+E Licence. WAMITAB Qualification. CIWM Membership. What's on Offer? £180.00 per day (Umbrella) 12 Month Contract 37 Hours Per Week Office Based Flexible Working Hours Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to significantly impact operational compliance and workforce development. A diverse role combining training delivery, compliance management, coaching, and operational support. Influence on health & safety standards, fleet compliance, and workforce competency. Ideal for candidates with experience as a Waste Training Officer, Fleet Compliance Officer, Driver Assessor, Driver Trainer, Transport Compliance Officer, Fleet Training Manager, Waste Operations Trainer, Driver CPC Instructor, Transport Supervisor, or Waste & Fleet Compliance Manager.