Waste Training Compliance Officer

Posted On 28/09/2026

Driving

City Rugby

Province Warwickshire

Postal Code CV21

Location: Rugby Borough Council – Works Service Unit

Contract: 12 Month Contract

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Requirements:

• HGV Category C (Class
  2) Licence or Above.
• 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.
• Qualified Driver Assessor.
• TAQA Qualification.
• Category C+E Licence.
• CIWM Membership.

• 12 Month Contract
• 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.