“Completing my HGV licence allowed me to assist in the winter/fleet operations and gain valuable experience outside of my normal role. The course was very informative, and I liked that the CPC training was completed in one week instead of being too spaced out. I gained an invaluable HGV licence so I can now assist with work outside of my original role to open new career opportunities and give me access to a higher wage.”
Ringway
Trainee driver
Keeping Ringway’s winter fleet moving with trained drivers
Metro Rod needed a flexible, managed training solution to upskill employees without disrupting daily operations. With Insite’s help, they streamlined training and boosted driver capability across their UK-wide network.
74
Drivers trained across fleet ops
£270,000+
Saved on training costs
Challenge
Shortage of HGV staff for winter fleet operations caused challenges in managing transportation services during colder months.
Lack of available personnel with winter driving expertise led to difficulties in ensuring smooth fleet operations, especially in regions prone to adverse weather.
Consequences include increased pressure on existing staff, longer response times for essential services, and higher accident risks on icy or snowy roads.
Urgent need for qualified staff prompts proactive measures to address the issue and mitigate its impact on transportation services.
Solution
Communication lines were opened between Ringway’s training teams and Insite to tackle the HGV staff shortage for winter fleet operations.
Insite presented its Bootcamp programme to Ringway, highlighting its benefits, including cost effectiveness.
Candidates could obtain their HGV licence through Insite at 30% of the normal cost to the business, making it an affordable option.
This solution aimed to increase the number of qualified candidates and minimize the impact of the staff shortage on Ringway’s operations.
Result
74 Ringway drivers have been trained to date.
The business has saved over £270,000.
Training efforts led to an increased supply of specialised HGV drivers for winter and fleet operations, benefiting Ringway and its clients.
Ringway confidently took on more contractual work, meeting client demands effectively with the influx of qualified drivers.
Collaboration with Insite relieved the training team of managing complex aspects, allowing focus on core business operations.
This streamlined approach enhanced the training team’s efficiency and productivity, leading to improved overall performance in winter/fleet operations.
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