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At Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS) we are dedicated to providing the perfect journey.

SPS was formed in 2016 and serves the passenger transport needs of the EDF Nuclear Project at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in Bridgwater, the largest construction project in Europe. We are the only transport provider for the thousands of people who go to the construction site daily to work or visit. We are now bringing this experience to Sizewell C in Suffolk, providing safe, reliable, and efficient transport for its workforce.

We are first and foremost a people business with our colleagues and clients at our heart. We bring together an exceptional mix of people to provide specialist passenger transport solutions, delivering excellence in all that we do.

We continue to invest in our people, our services and state-of-the-art technology as we look to improve our customers’ experiences. Our drivers undergo rigorous training focused on safety, responsibility, and customer service, ensuring those on board have an enjoyable journey.

SPS is a division of First Bus.

SPS are currently recruiting for a Delegate Examiner to join our team. You will be responsible for conducting theory and practical driving tests in line with DVSA standards, ensuring compliance with current road traffic legislation, providing expert guidance on driver training and testing best practice, and maintaining accurate and detailed records.

You will be a competent driver committed to road safety who displays excellent customer service and multi-tasking skills in a pressurised environment. Your ability to remain claim whilst providing much needed reassurance to learner drivers during a driving test. Your knowledge, skills and judgement will determine if a candidate is ready and safe to take to the road alone.

Key Accountabilities:

• To conduct PCV driving tests in line with DVSA standards
• To coach and support existing colleagues to maintain the DVSA standard
• To carry out theory tests to ensure a demonstrable knowledge of the highway code, vehicle safety and vehicle operations whilst adhering to the standard of the road traffic at 1988.
• Providing guidance and assistance to the training team and buddies in relation to PCV standards and driving instruction techniques and best practice.
• To remain abreast with commercial and legislative changes to vehicles, test requirements and equal opportunities, and advising on company procedure relating to the aforementioned
• Advising and offering guidance and training on vehicle familiarisation, as well as instruction on the correct use of service performance and control systems
• Assisting with the driving quality monitoring processes and identifying and communicating on trends and making recommendations on improving driving standards
• To deliver classroom modules in areas of driving standards and continued professional development.
• To assist with the creation of new training documents to contribute to the safety of the organisation in line with DVSA standards
• Act as an ambassador of SPS values, behaviours and organisation objectives

Essential:

• DVSA requires that applicants have no criminal convictions or road traffic offences, including endorsements or penalty points, within the last three years.
• DVSA course for Delegate Examiner, achieving standard for both theory and practical testing.
• A flexible approach to working hours as we are a 24/7 business.
• Previous experience in Driver Training
• A solid understanding of all aspects of office 365
• Good organisational and time management skills, prioritising workloads within set timescales.
• Clean driving Licence
• PCV licence & Certificate of Professional Competence 3+ years.
• Understanding of driver regulations and compliance

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the transport sector.
• Education and Training Level 3
• First Aid

Summary of benefits:
• Pension – 5% contributory pension matched by us
• National Retailer discount scheme
• Free local bus travel & significantly reduced rail travel for you & family members
• Life Assurance
• Health Benefits
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual pay review

Benefits:

• Annual pay review

• Smart health cover - our award-winning employee assistance program offers 24/7 confidential support for you and your family

• Pension – 5% contributory pension matched by us

• Employee retail discount scheme

• Free bus travel & significantly reduced rail travel for you & your family member

• Life assurance

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

• Discounted Gym membership

All employees must be willing to undergo the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and obtain a DBS certificate. These checks help ensure the honesty and integrity of individuals working at a Nuclear Licensed Site or with sensitive nuclear information.

SPS Bus welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age.