Warehouse Skills Trainer

Reynolds Food Group; Waltham Cross; On-site; GBP 29,250 - 35,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual pay reviews

20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Retail discount membership

Health Care Cash Plan

Group Personal Pension Plan

Job summary

Reynolds Food Group in Waltham Cross is seeking an experienced Warehouse Skills Trainer to deliver engaging and practical training across our warehouse operations. The candidate should have strong warehouse experience, hands-on knowledge of Reach Truck and Counterbalance, and be confident in both classroom and practical training settings.

This role requires good communication skills and a flexible approach to support training needs in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include annual reviews, holiday entitlement, health care plan, and pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience within a warehouse, logistics or distribution centre environment.
• Practical experience operating Reach Truck and Counterbalance trucks (essential).
• Confident delivering training in both classroom and practical environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver MHE, FLT, warehouse process and health & safety training.
• Conduct inductions, refresher and cross-training.
• Maintain accurate training records, certifications and compliance documentation.

Skills

Warehouse operations experience

Strong communication skills

Training/coaching experience

Flexible approach

Education

AITT or RTITB Instructor qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire

Salary: £32,500

Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week (core hours 9am–6pm, flexibility required)

About The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Warehouse Skills Trainer to support our fast-paced warehouse and logistics operation by delivering engaging, practical MHE, FLT and warehouse training across our sites.

This hands‑on role is ideal for someone with strong warehouse operations experience and practical knowledge of Reach Truck, Counterbalance and warehouse processes. You’ll work closely with operational teams to develop safe working practices, improve standards, and support colleague development across the business.

AITT or RTITB instructor qualifications are desirable, but training can be provided for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver MHE, FLT, warehouse process and health & safety training for new starters, existing colleagues and agency staff
• Provide training and assessments on Reach Truck, Counterbalance and PPT equipment
• Conduct inductions, refresher training, cross‑training and practical assessments
• Support regional depots and subsidiary sites with on‑site warehouse and forklift training where required
• Work with management teams to plan and coordinate training schedules
• Maintain accurate training records, certifications and compliance documentation
• Promote safe systems of work and improve MHE driving standards through coaching and observation
• Carry out daily MHE audits and support remedial actions with Fleet teams
• Review and improve training materials and delivery methods
• Provide general operational and administrative support where required

What We’re Looking For

• Experience within a warehouse, logistics or distribution centre environment
• Previous warehouse training, FLT training or coaching experience
• Practical experience operating Reach Truck and Counterbalance trucks (essential)
• PPT experience desirable
• AITT or RTITB Instructor qualification desirable (training can be provided)
• Confident delivering training in both classroom and practical environments
• Strong communication and coaching skills
• Organised, proactive and able to adapt within a fast‑paced 24/7 operation
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Flexible approach to support operational training requirements when needed

What’s in It for You?

• Annual pay reviews
• 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 25 days with service)
• Retail discount membership
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Additional company‑tailored benefits as your career grows

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background.