New LGV instructor course to boost driver skills training

摘要

The RTITB Instructor Academy has relaunched its LGV Instructor course, helping employers to produce their own skilled in-house driver trainers. The aim says RTITB is to upskill existing employees, retain existing drivers, and support recruitment programmes. It is a way to address the chronic driver shortage and add value for companies investing in developing their own driver talent pipeline. With qualified in-house LGV instructors, says RTITB, businesses will have the resource to run their own 'warehouse to wheels' or 'office to wheels' programmes, identifying employees interested in upskilling or retraining. Employers can also run their own external training programmes aimed at potential drivers in sectors such as retail or hospitality. "It is truly a critical time for the industry to identify, nurture, and retain talent," Simon Docherty, RTITB Instructor Academy manager said.