Warehouse Trainer

Culina Group; Westbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking a skilled trainer for MHE operators to enhance safety standards and ensure operational efficiency. The role involves delivering training programs, managing qualifications for MHE staff, and contributing to a proactive safety culture. Successful candidates will possess experience in MHE and training, in addition to strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Pension scheme with 4% contribution

Life Assurance – 2x annual salary

Wellness support via Employee Assistance Programme

Eye care vouchers and discounts

Reward & Recognition programs

Retailer discounts through benefit platform

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience with Reach, VNA, or Counterbalance forklifts.
• Previous instructor or training experience is advantageous.
• Comfortable working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training to MHE operators to ensure safe working practices.
• Support Risk Assessment and Safe Working Practices completion.
• Develop a site skills matrix to manage MHE training.

Skills

Training

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Job description

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

• Effectively lead the site Health & Safety culture as No.1 on the agenda.
• The role will require you to train S-Cape (Abseil Training). Candidates must be comfortable working at heights.
• Train all MHE staff to use the FMS system (Fleet Management System).
• Complete/support site inductions of MHE / Manual Handling for all FTE / Agency staff.
• Support Risk Assessment (RA) / Safe Working Practices (SWP) completion with nominated persons.
• Provide high-level technical skills training through various delivery methods.
• Work as part of a team to ensure training is completed and recorded per company policy.
• Develop a site skills matrix to manage MHE training and ensure operators' skills are satisfactory, with refresher training within specified timeframes.
• Manage the number of MHE operators to minimize skill fade and risks from inexperienced users.
• Ensure ongoing competence of MHE operators through refresher training, workplace assessments, and additional training after unsafe practices or incidents.
• Assist in investigating onsite and MHE-related incidents/accidents.
• Maintain a proactive approach to reduce risks from MHE operations, including learning from incidents to prevent recurrence.
• Assist in creating Safe Systems of Work and risk assessments for MHE activities.
• Ensure hazards are identified, control measures implemented, and staff trained accordingly.
• Review safety audit GAP analysis with site management to ensure completion of all areas.
• Coordinate with operational management to cover training requirements across shifts.
• Participate as a member of the site MHE instructor team to ensure training is completed and recorded.
• Contribute to the wider management team, offering suggestions to improve safety.
• Compile data for KPI and Monthly Reports for management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Reach, VNA, or Counterbalance forklifts.
• Comfortable working at heights due to S-Cape training.
• Previous instructor or training experience is advantageous.
• High attention to detail.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Flexible approach to work and shifts for training requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

We are committed to diversity and employee development. Our learning programs are open to all employees, fostering a team-oriented environment.

Benefits include:

• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with a 4% employee and 4% employer contribution.
• Life Assurance – 2x your annual salary.
• Wellness support via our Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
• Eye care vouchers with discounts on glasses and free eye tests.
• Reward & Recognition programs for outstanding performance and long service.
• Discounts on various retailers through our benefit platform.