Operations Trainer in Leeds

Are you an Operations Trainer from a Warehouse / Logistics environment? Are you trained to train in MHE or are you keen to add this skill to your training portfolio? If you are a passionate and skilled operations trainer looking to be part of a fast-paced business, then we would like to hear from you.

About you

You will share our passion for the fast-paced environment of Warehousing and have experience in designing and delivering high-quality training for operational colleagues. You will have the highest standards when writing and delivering training on standard operating procedures, compliance, and workplace efficiency. A key responsibility of this role will also include delivering training and assessments on Material Handling Equipment (MHE), ensuring safe, consistent, and legally compliant use across the site.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and practical operational training sessions, including MHE training for new and existing colleagues.
• Carry out MHE assessments, maintain accurate training records, and ensure certification remains up to date.
• Support new starters through structured onboarding and induction programmes.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and adapt materials to support learning and retention.
• Collaborate with Operations and Health & Safety teams to ensure all training aligns with business standards and legal compliance.
• Work with the operations team to create the Safe Working Practices and Safe Working Procedures across the site to then be trained to the warehouse operatives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company processes, health & safety procedures, and industry best practices.
• Conduct refresher sessions and support with upskilling initiatives to meet operational needs.
• Act as a role model for safe behaviours and operational excellence.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience working in a fast-paced operational or logistics environment.
• Skilled in training delivery, with the ability to adapt approach for diverse learning styles and experience levels.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to train colleagues of varying skill levels.
• Confident writing clear and structured training materials that support Safe Working Practices and operational procedures.
• Hold a current, relevant MHE Trainer certification or be willing to complete the MHE Trainer certification.
• Confident delivering both classroom-based and on-the-floor practical training.
• Excellent understanding of health & safety practices, particularly relating to MHE and warehouse operations.
• Proficient in using learning management systems and maintaining accurate training records.
• Positive and approachable, with a passion for developing others.
• Highly organised, with attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Leads by example in promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

About Us:

ID Logistics is an international contract logistics group with a presence in 18 countries, representing more than 8.0 million square meters of warehousing facilities in Europe, America, Asia, and Africa, with 38,000 employees. With a client portfolio balanced between retail, industry, detail picking, healthcare and e-commerce sectors, ID Logistics is characterised by offers involving a high level of technology. We have been growing for more than 20 years, with an ethos of everyone being united and where innovation is constant. We have a demanding job to do, and we must move fast while being rigorous and precise.

We launched our UK business in June 2023, our first unit growing and relocating to accommodate the significant business growth. We are now getting ready to launch our 2nd site in Leeds. This really is an exciting time to join the UK team, to support creating its solid foundations for a promising future. Operational excellence is one of the founding values of ID Logistics and each employee contributes to it: all your ideas, we will listen to them, and all your past experiences will enrich us.

This is a full-time on-site position based from Leeds. The role will be based on one of two shifts: either Mornings 6am to 2pm or Afternoons 2pm to 10pm. Please note we may review and progress applications ahead of the closing date.