MHE Trainer in Coventry

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49,720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue.

This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.

The On Site Trainer will be responsible for delivering comprehensive training programs to employees at various levels within the site. This role is vital in ensuring that our employees/agency workers are knowledgeable, skilled and aligned with Geodis Contract Logistics operational standards and procedures.

• Carry out and perform training as and when required in line with operational requirements.
• Achieve quality metrics and productivity goals daily.
• 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 ongoing 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 trainees 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:

• 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.

Essential Education and/or Training:

• Basic English and Maths Education.
• Training certificate for MHE.
• Examiners/training course certification.

Preferred Experience and Knowledge:

• 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.

Necessary Technical / Functional Skills:

• 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.

Position place: Europe, United Kingdom, England, Coventry (City of).

Candidate criteria: Years of experience in similar position: Junior (1 to 5 years of experience).

Driving license not required.