Booker • Waldrist Way Belvedere, • Apply by 20-May-2025 About the role

Working within the depot reporting to the Operations Managers and Health & Safety Advisor. The Lead Warehouse Trainer will ensure that all training including working processes, manual handling, MHE training is delivered to the required standard and training records are maintained for all Colleagues. The Lead Warehouse Trainer is responsible for delivering professional training and development whilst supporting Managers, Warehouse Trainers and Colleagues in the daily performance of their duties. During peak times you may be required to work within the warehouse and carry out other tasks to support business needs. The role may involve occasional travel to deliver training to other areas of the business and for personal development, including training and meetings.

Extra responsibility premium will be added on top of hourly wage whilst training

What is in it for you At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year. After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases. 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year. Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply. Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses. 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy. Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme. After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount. Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution. Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family. A great holiday package You will be responsible for Induction Training: Overseeing the induction process and providing induction training to new colleagues on site. Practical Training: Conduct practical sessions to provide a high standard of technical training to support the warehouse operation including LLOPs, FLTs, Powered Pump Trucks (PPTs), and other MHE being used on site. Health & Safety: Ensure all colleagues and trainers are trained and adhere to onsite and machine health and safety regulations and guidelines. Proactive Approach: Support with the delivery of additional training and refresher training of colleagues as and when required. Support: Provide ongoing support throughout inductions and practical training using the correct assessments and evaluations. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with Senior Managers and trainers to ensure all onsite training requirements are covered across all shifts. You will need MHE Training Qualification or working towards one.

Ability to use Excel, PowerPoint and Word documents.

Good Presentation Skills to groups and individuals.

Working knowledge of MHE and other relevant legislation.

A good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.

A passionate and professional approach to health, safety and training, displaying credibility and presence within the warehouse.

A good technical understanding of all MHE/Warehouse SOP's; counterbalance, reach truck, LLOP, PPT, Pump Truck and Battering changing processes etc.

Warehouse operational knowledge and good understanding of operational requirements in busy periods.

A good attention to detail an accuracy with an ability to work on your own initiative.

Good communication at all levels and organisational skills.

About us Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

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