Makwande Supply and Distribution-Driver Trainer

Location: Alrode

Job Type: Permanent

Employment: Full Time

Salary: To be Discussed

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Job Purpose

The incumbent will monitor and improve BVO driving performance by means of training, coaching, mentoring and analyses of driving records.  To assist with the selection of BVO’s and to attend to BVO’s inductions.

Qualification & Learnings

Qualification

• Matric.
• TETA accredited assessor.
• Train-the Trainer Course, preferably with Scania, Mercedes Benz and DAF.
• Clear knowledge and understanding of Road Traffic Act.
• Understanding of Fatigue Management
• Defensive Driving training is a must.
• Roll-over prevention training is a must.
• Tachograph analysis training is a must.
• Valid EC license with PrDP
• Minimum 5 years driving experience with 3 years in dangerous goods
• Clear criminal record
• Knowledge of transport audits and compliance is an advantage; example is the oil majors audits such as Total SA Patrom, BP, Shell or Engen audits
• Understanding of industry specific compliance such as RTMS and AARTO

Job Outputs

KEY PERFORMANCE OUTCOME 1:  CONDUCT IN-CAB OBSERVATION AND COACHING

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

1.1 Observe driver performance on-the-job

1.2 Identify BVO weaknesses

1.3 Coach BVO on weaknesses

1.4 Complete BVO assessment checklist

1.5 Compile monthly planning schedules for BVO assessments

1.6 Report back to Management regarding BVO performance, training and assessments completed

1.7 File assessments and other training/coaching documentation for easy retrieval

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Driver checklists are completed accurately and legibly
• BVO assessments must be completed in a fair and objective manner
• Problems with the BVO’s attitude and/or competence is to be reported to the relevant manager
• Feedback to BVO’s must be done in a constructive and honest manner
• Submit daily, weekly and monthly reporting
• Ensure that BVO’s being screened meet the minimum BVO requirement

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

1.8. Screen and test applicants being considered for employment

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Thoroughness of pre-employment theory and practical assessment

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

1.9. Induction

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Attend to BVO induction

KEY PERFORMANCE OUTCOME 2:  ANALYSE DRIVING RECORDS

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

2.1. Check tachographs

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Tachos from previous shifts to be checked daily
• Tachos requiring further attention to be referred to the relevant manager for further investigation

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

2.2. DriveCam Clips

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Coaching/training to be completed daily
• Continuous needs analysis and closing of skills gaps through remedial training after each incident

KEY PERFORMANCE OUTCOME 3: TRAINING

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

3.1 Training

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• As per Workplace Skills Plan
• Prepare and maintain drivers annual training Matrix
• Defensive Driving Technique
• Roll-over Prevention
• Conduct both theoretical (classroom) and practical driver training (on-road training)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

3.2. Ad-hoc

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Action monthly Golden Rules
• Patrom
• Makwande BVO Manual
• Scania training
• UD training
• Mercedes Benz training
• DAF training

KEY PERFORMANCE OUTCOME 4:  PERFORM ANCILLARY DUTIES

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

4.1. Comply with company code of conduct, policies and procedures

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Company code of conduct, policies and procedures are adhered to

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

4.2. Conduct Route Risk Assessment

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Route Risk Assessments must be revised annually by undertaking the journey
• Keep abreast with changes in routes so that Route Risk Assessments can be updated as needed

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

4.3. Toolbox Talks

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Incidents/accidents or report stats to be used for toolbox talks to correct poor behavior and ensure compliance to legislation, company policies and procedures

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

4.4 Perform other duties as may be requested from management from time to time

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Duties carried out as instructed by Management

KEY PERFORMANCE OUTCOME 5:  AUDITS AND COMPLIENCE

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

5.1. Audits

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Assist and manage drivers section (pillar) in internal and external audits (such as Total Patrom and BP customer audits)
• Assist with RTMS and ISO audits when required.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

5.2. Compliance

PERFORMANCE CRITEREA

• Vetting vehicles for driver specific compliances.

Competencies

KNOWLEDGE – THE JOB REQUIRES A KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF:

• Company Policies and procedures
• Cab instruments and warning devices
• Road Traffic Act pertaining to the operating of a vehicle
• The effect that weather/road/traffic conditions have on the vehicle’s performance, as well as the actions to be taken by the BVO
• Procedures and reporting for emergencies
• Rationale for vehicle inspections
• Defective reporting procedure
• Measures to minimize risks of hijacking
• Measures to maximize cost effectiveness and efficient operation of vehicle
• Effects of medical conditions on driving performance
• Loading Techniques

SKILLS

Management Competencies

• Defensive Driving skills
• Coaching skills
• Assessment skills
• Feedback skills
• Reporting skills

People Management Competencies

• Motivating employees
• Coaching skills
• Counseling skills
• Communication skills
• Managing Performance
• Handling Conflict
• Valuing diversity

Self-Management Competencies

• Pursuing learning opportunities and self-development
• Time-Management

ATTRIBUTES

• Respect
• Integrity
• Commitment
• Trust
• Ownership
• Passion
• Teamwork

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