Training Facilitator at Unitrans

Job Advert Summary    

• The Training Facilitator is responsible for delivering high-quality, accredited, and in-house driver training across Unitrans operations. The role ensures that new and existing drivers are fully equipped, competent, and compliant with safety, operational, and customer service standards.
• This includes conducting assessments, facilitating training, implementing behaviour-based coaching, and supporting operational sites with journey management, safety, and compliance activities.

Minimum Requirements    

Skills / Experience

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate (minimum requirement)
• Relevant Driver/Transport Training qualification or accreditation
• Valid and appropriate driver’s license (including relevant heavy vehicle categories)
• Proven experience in driver training, assessments, and behaviour-based coaching
• Experience in logistics, transport, or fleet operations
• Understanding of SHERQ principles and accident/incident investigation processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Competencies

• Strong facilitation and presentation skills
• Ability to design and develop effective training materials and presentations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Knowledge of applicable Unit Standards and accredited training requirements
• In-depth understanding of defensive driving principles and transport safety regulations
• Ability to analyse incident trends and driver performance data
• Strong coaching and mentoring capability
• Route planning and Journey Management expertise
• High attention to detail and strong administrative discipline

Duties & Responsibilities    

Key Responsibilities

Driver Assessments & Competency Evaluation

• Conduct pre-employment practical driver assessments and provide recommendations to Contract Management.
• Continuously assess the competencies of current and prospective drivers and implement improvement interventions.
• Perform in-cab assessments at defined intervals to evaluate behaviour, skill, and compliance.

Training Delivery & Facilitation

• Facilitate accredited Unit Standard–based, internal, and customer-specific training programmes.
• Deliver training using clear explanations, practical examples, and appropriate terminology to ensure learner understanding.
• Provide practical driving training aligned with the company training matrix.
• Conduct on-route evaluations, coaching, and refresher training as required.

Behaviour-Based Coaching & Performance Improvement

• Identify training needs arising from incidents, accidents, telematics data, DriveCam events, and fuel performance reports.
• Develop and implement corrective training plans in collaboration with the Senior Training Officer.
• Drive behaviour-change initiatives through structured coaching and reinforcement programmes.
• Facilitate periodic safety meetings, toolbox talks, and stand-downs to promote safe and compliant behaviour.

Training Content Development

• Develop new presentations, training materials, and learning content based on operational insights, site visits, incident trends, and assessment findings.
• Continuously update and customise materials to address real-world driver behaviours and risks.

Journey & Site Management Support

• Conduct periodic site visits to assess loading, offloading, entry, and exit procedures.
• Review and update Journey Management Plans based on site feedback and route analysis tools.
• Train drivers on different vehicle and trailer configurations, as well as site-specific loading and offloading procedures.

Reporting, Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of all training interventions, assessments, and outcomes.
• Submit weekly reports and prepare required documentation for compliance and certification.
• Support the SHERQ team with accident and incident investigations when required.

Operational Support

• Deliver ad hoc and new training interventions as requested by management.
• Provide contingency support during operational crises.
• Perform additional reasonable duties to support operational requirements.

Closing Date    

• 2026/09/04