General information

Legal entity

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. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2026-17586  

Line Of Business

CONTRACT LOGISTICS

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - Operational Administration

Job title

MHE Trainer

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

Monday-Friday
Core business hours
40 hours per week
flexible around business needs

Job description

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.
To Carry out and perform training as and when required in line with operational requirements
The purpose of the job is to perform various tasks depending on training requirements. You will be working closely with your Supervisor and fellow trainers and helping the operation team with all day-to-day tasks when no training is required.

• 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 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

Applicant's profile

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

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

Europe, United Kingdom, England, Coventry (City of)

Location

Candidate criteria

Years of experience in similar position

Junior (1 to 5 years of experience)

Driving license

not required