On Site Trainer - Night Shift
| Posting date: | 11 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,800 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Night Shift Allowance in addition to base Salary |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 July 2025 |
| Location: | LE3 8JT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Geodis Contract Logistics United Kingdom Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Do you have experience from a logistics background or similar environment?
At GEODIS our vision is to be the growth partner for our clients. As a logistics company, we achieve this through proven expertise across our five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express and Road Transport. Our emphasis on excellence in these areas has made us a worldwide supply chain leader with over 300 locations in 168 countries, employing over 41,000 people.
We are now looking for an On Site Trainer to join our team at our Contract Logistics site based in Leicester. The role is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing business and sector. The role involves making sure we reach customer expectations by ensuring operational targets are met.
The Role includes but is not limited to:
Deliver a full suite of accredited MHE training (basic & refresher) to include all fleet on site
Assist with all aspects of the operational training needs of the business
Ensure the relevant authorisation to operate is in place for all trainees
Ensure SOPs are up to date and contain relevant information and processes in accordance with current work processes
Manage and control the training matrix for all colleagues
Archive and upload online all relevant documents from training sessions
Lead on the local operations and MHE assessment and training programmes, engaging with the workforce on on-going improvement training
Support the Management team with the implementation of operation and MHE training, policies and procedures
Create training plans to ensure all permanent, temporary and agency colleagues are refresher trained within appropriate timelines
Coordinate with Managers and or Team Leaders to organise training schedules in line with operational requirements
Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner following defined SOP procedures and ensuring trainee are familiar with those SOPs as part of the training
Maintain all MHE and MHE safety equipment onsite ensuring battery levels are at the optimum levels and perform regular audits on safety equipment operator compliance
Lead employees to create a culture which encourages safe behaviour and environmental best practice
Drive a safety culture whereby each team member operates with safety as the primary concern, and whereby safety challenges to colleagues are encouraged and developed
Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback and performance metrics, making adjustments as necessary
Monitor trainee progress and provide constructive feedback to ensure competency in all areas of warehouse management
Duties when not training or working on any additional duties provided by line manager are as below:
Assist in the loading and unloading of deliveries/shipments, demonstrating best practices for efficiency and safety
Process, put away goods, pick and pack goods in a timely manner
Proactively communicate with Managers about daily activities and obstacles
Report any damage or missing goods to the warehouse management team
Process Adherence
Follow workplace Health and Safety rules when handling goods and report Hazards/Incidents
Keep a clean and safe environment and optimise space utilisation
Follow quality service standards and comply with procedures, rules and regulations
Maintain high levels of housekeeping throughout the site at all times
Skills and Qualifications:
Basic English and Maths Education
Training certificate for MHE
Examiners/training course certification
Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods
Good organisational and time management skills
Good oral and written communication skills and presentation skills
Flexible attitude to work and hours
Understanding of verbal and numerical reasoning
Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail
Previous warehouse experience
Basic knowledge of computer and Microsoft Office package programs
Must have a valid forklift license
Must possess a valid in date examiners/training certification
Ability to adapt training methods to various learning styles and environments
Package Details:
Sunday-Thursday, 21:30 to 06:00.
Company Pension Scheme.
20 Days Annual Leave Per Annum + Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
Wellbeing and discount benefits
Salary is £27,800.00 per annum, plus a night shift allowance.
At GEODIS our vision is to be the growth partner for our clients. As a logistics company, we achieve this through proven expertise across our five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express and Road Transport. Our emphasis on excellence in these areas has made us a worldwide supply chain leader with over 300 locations in 168 countries, employing over 41,000 people.
We are now looking for an On Site Trainer to join our team at our Contract Logistics site based in Leicester. The role is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing business and sector. The role involves making sure we reach customer expectations by ensuring operational targets are met.
The Role includes but is not limited to:
Deliver a full suite of accredited MHE training (basic & refresher) to include all fleet on site
Assist with all aspects of the operational training needs of the business
Ensure the relevant authorisation to operate is in place for all trainees
Ensure SOPs are up to date and contain relevant information and processes in accordance with current work processes
Manage and control the training matrix for all colleagues
Archive and upload online all relevant documents from training sessions
Lead on the local operations and MHE assessment and training programmes, engaging with the workforce on on-going improvement training
Support the Management team with the implementation of operation and MHE training, policies and procedures
Create training plans to ensure all permanent, temporary and agency colleagues are refresher trained within appropriate timelines
Coordinate with Managers and or Team Leaders to organise training schedules in line with operational requirements
Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner following defined SOP procedures and ensuring trainee are familiar with those SOPs as part of the training
Maintain all MHE and MHE safety equipment onsite ensuring battery levels are at the optimum levels and perform regular audits on safety equipment operator compliance
Lead employees to create a culture which encourages safe behaviour and environmental best practice
Drive a safety culture whereby each team member operates with safety as the primary concern, and whereby safety challenges to colleagues are encouraged and developed
Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback and performance metrics, making adjustments as necessary
Monitor trainee progress and provide constructive feedback to ensure competency in all areas of warehouse management
Duties when not training or working on any additional duties provided by line manager are as below:
Assist in the loading and unloading of deliveries/shipments, demonstrating best practices for efficiency and safety
Process, put away goods, pick and pack goods in a timely manner
Proactively communicate with Managers about daily activities and obstacles
Report any damage or missing goods to the warehouse management team
Process Adherence
Follow workplace Health and Safety rules when handling goods and report Hazards/Incidents
Keep a clean and safe environment and optimise space utilisation
Follow quality service standards and comply with procedures, rules and regulations
Maintain high levels of housekeeping throughout the site at all times
Skills and Qualifications:
Basic English and Maths Education
Training certificate for MHE
Examiners/training course certification
Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods
Good organisational and time management skills
Good oral and written communication skills and presentation skills
Flexible attitude to work and hours
Understanding of verbal and numerical reasoning
Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail
Previous warehouse experience
Basic knowledge of computer and Microsoft Office package programs
Must have a valid forklift license
Must possess a valid in date examiners/training certification
Ability to adapt training methods to various learning styles and environments
Package Details:
Sunday-Thursday, 21:30 to 06:00.
Company Pension Scheme.
20 Days Annual Leave Per Annum + Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
Wellbeing and discount benefits
Salary is £27,800.00 per annum, plus a night shift allowance.
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