Warehouse Trainer

Tesco; North Elmsall; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food wholesaler in the UK is seeking a Warehouse Trainer to ensure high standards of training and safety compliance. You will be responsible for delivering training, monitoring colleagues, and supporting operations within the warehouse. Ideal candidates will have MHE Training Qualification and strong communication skills. This role offers a range of benefits, including discounts and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

10% off at Booker

Tesco colleague discount card

Health and Wellbeing support

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver training and maintain training records.
• Understanding of Health and Safety legislation.
• Operational knowledge in busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess warehouse colleagues.
• Deliver training on warehouse tasks and processes.
• Support Health and Safety policies in the workplace.

Skills

MHE Training Qualification

Presentation Skills

Communication

Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Job description

Booker • South Elmsall Booker Retail Partners GB Elmsall Drive, Dale Lane Industrial Estate, Pontefract, • Apply by 03-Oct-2025

Overview

Working within the depot reporting to the Operations Managers and Health & Safety Advisor. The Warehouse Trainer will ensure that all training including working processes, manual handling, MHE training is delivered to the required standard and training records are maintained for all Colleagues. The Warehouse Trainer is responsible for delivering professional training and development whilst supporting Managers and Colleagues in the daily performance of their duties. During peak times you may be required to work within the warehouse and carry out other tasks to support business needs. The role may involve occasional travel to deliver training to other areas of the business and for personal development, including training and meetings.

What you will be responsible for

• Support the implementation of all relevant Health and Safety policies / changes to policies and safe practices;
• Regular monitoring and assessment of Warehouse colleagues within the workplace;
• Deliver training and support managers and colleagues on all warehouse tasks / processes to the required standard;
• Updating of Training Files;
• Safety Week support;
• Supporting weekly audits;
• Support Hazard and Near Miss Card Reports / Accident Investigations

What you will need

• MHE Training Qualification or working towards one;
• Ability to use Excel, PowerPoint and Word documents;
• Good Presentation Skills to groups and individuals;
• Working knowledge of MHE and other relevant legislation;
• A good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation;
• A passionate and professional approach to health, safety and training, displaying credibility and presence within the warehouse;
• A good technical understanding of all MHE/Warehouse SOP's; counterbalance, reach truck, LLOP, PPT, Pump Truck and Battering changing processes etc.
• Warehouse operational knowledge and good understanding of operational requirements in busy periods;
• A good attention to detail and accuracy with an ability to work on your own initiative;
• Good communication at all levels and organisational skills.

What is in it for you

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, and 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we're a place where Everyone's Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That's why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We're proud that Booker is a disability confident committed employer and we're committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact [e-mail]

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk