Driver Trainer

**About the Role**

As a Driver Trainer, your main responsibilities will include:

- Support, engage, and empower bus drivers through structured onboarding, training & education procedures.
- Deliver practical bus driver induction training for all bus drivers.
- Develop, implement & execute an “On the Job” Training program for probationary Driving Personnel.
- Conduct periodic Verification of Competency (VOC) examinations and Refresher Training with driving personnel to ensure safety, appearance, and service standards meet expectations.
- Support Driving Personnel in reaching Improvement Objectives in support of any performance management regime.
- Provide relevant information to drive the cohort’s behaviours and support the logistics manager in carrying out toolbox meetings.
- Develop and promote a safety-conscious culture within the driving group.
- Assist Operations Coordinators with daily planning/allocation of drivers and vehicles as required.
- Direct drivers on route planning, locations, vehicle types and any operational queries.
- Act as a site supervisor and coordinate vehicles, drivers, and passengers at large passenger movements.
- Perform the duties of a bus and coach’s driver as required.

**Skills, Experience, & Qualifications**
- Minimum two years' experience in a similar role
- Advanced Bus/ Coach driving capabilities and expertise.
- Minimum Certificate III Training & Assessment or equivalent.
- Western Australian HR Driver’s License.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to work well autonomously and within a team environment.
- Intermediate computer literacy.

Horizons West is a Perth-based Bus and charter company that provides comprehensive transport solutions to various clients and industries. With over 140 vehicles in our fleet and operations based on two sites in key industrial areas of Perth, we are able to supply a diverse range of bus and coach charter services to customers throughout Western Australia.