HGV Driving Assessor

Overview

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully. Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators. In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.

We operate 24/7 and as such you are required to work flexible hours, weekends and participate in an on-call rota. Full training / PPE / use of company equipment will be provided to ensure that all our drainage engineers have the right tools, competency, and confidence to undertake the work to Lanes’ high standard of operation regardless of background or previous experience.

Location: Iver Depot

Position: HGV Driving Assessor

Job Type: Permanent, full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week

Salary: £18.00 per hour

Benefits: 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; free onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Role and Responsibilities

• Conduct practical driving assessments for new and existing HGV drivers.
• Evaluate driver performance against company policies, road safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Deliver inductions, refresher training, and remedial coaching where required.
• Monitor driver compliance with tachograph rules, Working Time Directive, and vehicle safety checks.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and maintain detailed assessment records.
• Identify training needs and support the development of individual driver improvement plans.
• Ensure all assessments are completed in line with legal and company audit requirements.
• Stay up to date with changes in transport legislation and ensure drivers are informed.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the transport operation.
• Assist in incident investigations involving driver performance when necessary.
• Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them.
• Any other reasonable ad-hoc tasks, duties or projects as requested by management.

Additional Information

FULL TRAINING GIVEN - Great Opportunity

Lanes Group are a signatory of the Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health run by Mindful Employer.

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