MHE Instructor

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL. We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement. DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics.

YOUR ROLE

CEVA Logistics is seeking a MHE Trainer to deliver, assess and maintain high standards of training for all Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) operators on site at East Midlands Gateway. This role plays a critical part in ensuring safe, compliant and efficient MHE operations, supporting a strong safety culture, audit readiness and operational performance within a fast‑paced e‑commerce warehouse environment.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

As an MHE Trainer, you will design and deliver engaging practical and theoretical training for a range of equipment, including counterbalance and reach trucks, PPT, LLOP, VNA and clamp trucks, ensuring all operators meet required competency standards. You will conduct assessments, issue and manage operator authorisations, and support new starters through MHE familiarisation and onboarding training. You will also lead refresher and re‑certification programmes to ensure ongoing compliance and capability across the workforce. You will ensure all training activities align with UK legislation (including PUWER, LOLER and HSE guidance), site procedures, and Amazon customer requirements. This includes promoting a strong safety‑first culture, investigating incidents or near misses, and delivering corrective training where required. You will monitor operator performance on the warehouse floor, provide coaching and feedback, and identify gaps through data, incidents or customer feedback — contributing to continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity. The role also involves maintaining accurate training records, competency matrices and audit‑ready documentation, as well as working closely with Operations, Planning and Health & Safety teams to align training delivery with operational demand.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

The ideal candidate will hold an accredited MHE Instructor qualification (such as RTITB, ITSSAR or equivalent) and have proven experience delivering MHE training within a warehouse or distribution environment. You will have a strong understanding of health and safety legislation and safe systems of work, alongside excellent organisational skills and attention to detail when managing training records and compliance requirements. Confident trainer and facilitator, able to engage mixed‑ability groups and coach colleagues effectively on the job. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to challenge unsafe behaviours in a professional and constructive manner. Experience working within a customer‑led or contract logistics environment would be advantageous, as would flexibility to support multiple shifts and operational requirements.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world, please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status. Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland.