Warehouse Trainer

Culina Group; Heywood; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company within logistics is seeking a Warehouse Trainer to join their Heywood site. The successful candidate will deliver comprehensive training for MHE operators, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and promoting an empowered work culture. Essential qualifications include forklift experience and excellent communication skills. Join a team committed to employee development and success!

Benefits

28 days' annual leave

Pension scheme with 4% contributions

Life Assurance at twice annual salary

24/7 Wellness support via Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Vouchers and free eye tests

Reward & Recognition programs

Discounts with over 50 retailers

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with forklifts.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training to MHE operators for safe working practices.
• Lead Health & Safety culture at the site.
• Manage MHE operator skill levels.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Experience in Reach, VNA, or Counterbalance forklifts

Instructor or training experience

Job description

Company Description

Great Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer-centric service focus is delivered through a site-level empowered culture.

At Culina, we have a winning culture. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive—a place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

We are now recruiting for a Warehouse Trainer at our Great Bear in Heywood site for a full-time and permanent position.

Shift: Monday-Friday, 22:00-06:00.

Salary: From £29,000 to £33,000 per annum.

Job Description

Deliver training to MHE operators to ensure safe working practices and a continual reduction in MHE accidents/incidents.

• Effectively lead the site Health & Safety culture as the top priority.
• Train staff on S-Cape (Abseil Training). Candidates must be comfortable working at heights.
• Train all MHE staff to use the FMS (Fleet Management System).
• Support site inductions for MHE and Manual Handling for all staff.
• Assist in completing Risk Assessments (RA) and Safe Working Practices (SWP).
• Provide high-quality technical skills training using various delivery methods.
• Ensure all training is completed and recorded according to company policy.
• Develop a site skills matrix to monitor and ensure the competence of MHE operators, including refresher training.
• Manage MHE operator skill levels to minimize skill fade and risks.
• Ensure ongoing competence through refresher training and assessments.
• Assist in investigating on-site and MHE-related incidents.
• Proactively reduce risks associated with MHE operations and share lessons learned.
• Contribute to creating Safe Systems of Work and risk assessments for MHE activities.
• Identify hazards and implement control measures, training staff accordingly.
• Review safety audit GAP analyses with management.
• Liaise with operational management to cover training across shifts.
• Participate as part of the MHE instructor team, ensuring training compliance.
• Contribute to problem-solving and safety improvement initiatives.
• Compile data for KPI and monthly reports for management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Reach, VNA, or Counterbalance forklifts.
• Comfort working at heights due to S-Cape training.
• Previous instructor or training experience is advantageous.
• High attention to detail.
• Team player with initiative.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Flexible in work and shift patterns.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse organization that promotes employee development and recognizes success.

Our learning and development programs are open to all employees, providing opportunities for career growth within logistics.

Our benefits include:

• 28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with a 4% employee and 4% employer contribution.
• Life Assurance at twice your annual salary.
• Wellness support via our Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
• Eye Care Vouchers with discounts and free eye tests.
• Reward & Recognition programs, including Employee of the Month/Year, and long service awards.
• Discount platform offering savings with over 50 retailers.

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please apply now and join our #WinningTeam!