Safety Trainer

We currently have an opportunity for a construction/utilities orientated Safety Trainer to operate nationally on behalf of Groundforce Training Services. This can sometimes mean working away from home up to 4 days a week.

You will deliver classroom and practical training courses to our customers in line with our current training programmes.

Please note, we are looking for someone based in the Reading area.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with the Training Director and reporting to the Compliance & Training Manager you will be focused on exceeding our client expectations for outstanding delivery
• Accredited courses will be delivered at a variety of satellite locations nationally or on-site at our customers’ premises. Consistent assessing and measurement of delegates will be required to meet course objectives.
• In addition the role may require you to assist in the planning and development of future course lines.
• Furthermore, Safety Trainers will need to be able to be extremely detail oriented in all administrative tasks, which are crucial in this environment. We would also require the Safety Trainer to be up to date and informed regarding awarding bodies and their policies, to include statutory policies, health & safety, employment and equality laws.

What We're Looking For

• A recognised training qualification is a prerequisite
• Knowledge of the construction Industry/Utilities & Civil sectors
• Ability to communicate and deliver presentations, experience of delivering training
• Willingness to deliver practical training, outdoors in inclement weather
• Experience of writing/producing training sessions or assisting with the writing/production of training sessions
• Knowledge of the types and uses of ground support systems is advantageous
• Knowledge of the types and uses of cable avoidance and locating equipment is advantageous
• Education level – minimum GCSE grade C or National 4 and above in Maths & English
• Full driving licence required.

What We Can Offer You

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Bank Holidays automatically off
• Closed between Christmas and New Year
• Commercial vehicle for travel
• Great work life balance
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Salary sacrifice pension
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Service
• Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining

A Little Bit About Us

Groundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we offer comprehensive shoring and related services.

Operating under the Groundforce banner, we provide a wide range of solutions, including shoring, piling, construction training, temporary bridging, and more. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.

At Groundforce, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco, Piletec, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services. We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers.

Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.

Join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. Apply today and be part of our team that takes pride in our industry-leading position.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.