Site Trainer

The Collective Network Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking food manufacturing organization in Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced Site Trainer to lead site-wide training processes. The role requires strong leadership and excellent communication skills to ensure high-quality training delivery across departments. Candidates must hold a Train the Trainer Award Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3, along with a proactive approach to training and compliance. This position offers a salary range of £38,000-£42,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in training and compliance.
• Ability to operate in fast-paced environments.
• Proficient in document control systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement training documentation.
• Oversee training database management.
• Coordinate and lead site inductions.

Skills

Strong Communication

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Train the Trainer Award Level 3

Food Safety Level 3

Tools

ILX / Intelex

Job description

Overview

Site Trainer - Food Manufacturing | Permanent | £38,000-£42,000

Location: Cambridgeshire. The Collective Network is proud to partner with a forward-thinking organisation within the food manufacturing sector, seeking a driven and experienced Site Trainer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate training professional to take ownership of site-wide training processes, working across departments to ensure consistent, high-quality, and fully documented training is delivered and maintained.

The Role

As a Site Trainer, you'll play a key part in delivering site inductions, supporting documentation and compliance, and championing best practice in training across the business. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this hands-on role demands strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a detail-focused approach to both delivery and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and implement work instructions in line with H&S and food quality standards.
• Maintain and manage the training database, including scheduling of refresher training.
• Lead all aspects of site inductions (H&S, Food Safety, HR, Chemicals, site rules).
• Oversee the Training Administrator in transferring and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Monitor and track training progress and compliance across departments.
• Identify training needs and collaborate with relevant departments for delivery.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation uploads.
• Coordinate training sessions including Chemical Awareness training.
• Support internal and external audit readiness through accurate training records.
• Assist with aligning documentation with global and regional policy frameworks.
• Create and implement effective on-the-job training tools and processes.

What We're Looking For

• A strong communicator with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• A confident trainer who can operate in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Well-organised with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• An effective team player who thrives on continuous improvement.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability and resilience in changing environments
• Fast learner with practical application of training knowledge
• Builds trust and communicates with clarity and purpose
• Strong technical and process knowledge
• Persistent in seeing tasks through to completion

Your Attributes

• Highly responsible and accountable
• Detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively
• Flexible, solutions-focused mindset
• Eager to grow professionally and take on new challenges

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Train the Trainer Award Level 3 or higher (required)
• Food Safety Level 3 (required)
• COSHH training (desirable)
• Continuous Improvement knowledge (desirable)
• Proficient with ILX / Intelex or similar document control systems
• Solid IT literacy and understanding of production processes

If you're passionate about training, compliance, and continuous development and want to make a real impact in a key operational role, we'd love to hear from you.