Driver Mentor - North West

Location Warrington
Discipline: Branch Transport
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Job ref: 116399
Published: about 8 hours ago

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Deliver structured onboarding for new HGV Drivers.
  • Assess new drivers ability, safety standards, customer interaction, and delivery procedures.
  • Provide clear feedback to Store and Regional Management.
  • Act as the first point of contact for driver queries and operational support.
  • Coach drivers to improve safety, efficiency, customer service, and bonus performance.
  • Deliver ad‑hoc training or refresher sessions (e.g., loading, route planning, customer service).
  • Share best practice and encourage continuous improvement.
  • Work closely with Regional and Transport teams to identify training needs.
  • Provide relief HGV driving support across the region as required.
  • Offer flexibility to support stores outside the home location when needed.
  • Ensure full compliance with company policies and legal driving regulations.
  • Maintain accurate records, both manual and digital.
  • Support investigations into delivery issues or customer feedback where helpful.
  • Promote strong security awareness, shrinkage control, and operational discipline.
  • You must have an up-to-date Cat C Driving licence
  • The working hours for this role are 45 per week
  • As Driver Mentor for the North West you'd be supporting stores in Ardwick, Ashton, Baguley, Warrington and Liverpool.

Rewards & Benefits

At Selco Builders Warehouse, we believe in rewarding our colleagues with a benefits package that truly makes a difference. Here’s what you’ll enjoy when you join our team:

Work-Life Balance & Extras

  • Colleague Discount – Enjoy discounts at Selco and other Grafton Group businesses to help with home improvements.
  • Holiday Buy Scheme – Purchase extra holiday and spread the cost over 12 months.
  • Paid Volunteer Leave – Take time off to give back to a cause close to your heart.
  • Enhanced Family Leave Pay – Extra support for maternity, paternity, adoption, and fertility treatments.
  • Free Breakfast – Start your day right with access to our in-store and office pantries.
  • Apprenticeships & Career Development – Learn, grow, and take your career to the next level.
  • Refer a Friend Bonus – Know someone great? Earn a bonus when they join our team!

Financial Benefits

  • Enhanced Pension Scheme – We match every 1% above the statutory 5% that you contribute.
  • EarlyPay – Access your earned wages before payday when you need them.
  • Profit-Based Bonus Scheme – We work hard and celebrate success with yearly bonuses.
  • Performance Based Bonus Scheme – Earn up to £150 a month based on your personal performance.
  • ShareSave Scheme – Share in the success you help create!  Save from just £5 a month and have the option to become a Grafton Group Plc shareholder.
  • Retail & Leisure Discounts – Save on groceries, restaurants, cinema tickets, theme parks, utilities and more!

Health & Wellbeing

  • Health Cash Plan – We cover the cost of a plan that lets you claim cash back on everyday medical treatments like dental, optical, and prescriptions. Plus, access video consultations with a GP.
  • Employee Assistance Programme – Free and confidential support, including counselling, financial guidance, and legal advice.
  • Life Assurance – Protection for your loved ones should the unexpected happen.
  • Gym Discounts – Save up to 25% at hundreds of health clubs nationwide.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme – Get a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice, saving on tax and making commuting easier!

About Us

Looking to build a career with a company that’s proud to support the nation’s tradespeople? At Selco Builders Warehouse, we’re always on the lookout for enthusiastic, down-to-earth individuals who bring a positive, team-first attitude to everything they do!

We’re a well-established name in the industry with a strong store network across the UK—and we’re continuing to invest in our people, our business, and our future. It’s a busy, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, but you’ll be surrounded by great colleagues and backed by a superb reward and benefits package.

We’re committed to being a truly inclusive employer. That means creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive—regardless of background or experience. Health and Safety remains our top priority, and we’ll always support our colleagues in doing their best work, safely.