Contractor Logistics Trainer Warehouse Operations

Toyota SA; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Johannesburg is seeking a Contractor Logistics Trainer Warehouse Operations. The role focuses on training staff to operate efficiently, developing training materials, and delivering impactful training sessions across the organization. Candidates should possess a Level 5 Qualification in Training and have at least 2 years of experience in classroom settings. The position offers a 12-month fixed-term contract with opportunities to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in delivering classroom training.
• Shop Floor/Dojo training experience is preferable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and update training programs.
• Deliver training to employees.
• Evaluate delivery of training programs.

Skills

Effective learning methods

Communication

Problem solving

Planning and organizing

Initiative

Education

NQF Level 5 Qualification in Training & Higher Education

Tools

MS Office applications

Excel

Job description

Contractor Logistics Trainer Warehouse Operations

Contractor Logistics Trainer Warehouse Operations

Overview

The main purpose of this position is to ensure that staff receive necessary training to operate safely and efficiently and optimize their performance. Research, development, and updating of training material as required. Manage administration regarding training facilitation. The incumbent should be passionate about helping people learn and grow. Excellent communication skills and strong personality are essential in this role.

Duration

• 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

Key Performance Areas

• Create and update process improvement training and coaching, mentoring and shadowing programs.
• Deliver process improvement training to employees and additional soft skills training sessions to help develop employees at all levels of the business.
• Evaluate and ensure effective delivery of process training and coaching and mentoring programs.
• Organize Training Champions, Coaches and Mentors to support new employees, monitor their performance and organize initiatives to drive improvements and efficiencies in warehouse operations.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver training that improves efficiencies within warehousing operation.
• Foster, promote and contribute to a positive team environment throughout the warehouse.

Qualifications and Experience

• NQF Level 5 (240 credits on level 8 framework) Qualification in Training & Higher Education / Industrial Psychology / ETDP (Education Training and Development Practices) or related
• Good understanding of effective learning and training content development methods.
• Min. 2 years of experience in delivering classroom training to employees at different levels
• Shop Floor/ Dojo training experience preferable.
• Must have experience working within warehousing and operations.
• Supervisory experience in warehousing, logistics/manufacturing environment will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications and Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Complex calculations on planning and resources allocation.
• Insight and expertise to do trouble shooting and problem solving.
• Insight and expertise to initiate and implement successful Kaizen projects.

Competencies

• Planning and organizing
• Communication
• Technical knowledge and skills
• Initiative
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Quality awareness
• Teamwork

This appointment will be made in line with the company’s Employment Equity policy.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Human Resources
• Industries
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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