Warehouse Trainer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Warehouse Trainer / Coach
45 Hours β Nights
Competitive salary + benefits
Reading
Every day Brakes delivers 1.5 million foodservice products from 2,000 trucks to thousands of restaurants, pubs, hotels, schools, hospitals and care homes in every corner of the UK. Our customers depend on us for exceptional food and service, and our 6,000-strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Trainer to join our Distribution centre in Reading, weβre looking for the right person to be part of the team to ensure that a high HSE performance is achieved within the operation and that a culture of safety is embedded in everything we do.
What you will be doing:
- Managing weekly training and coaching, including inductions, on the Job observations, retraining following incidents, refresher training.
- Managing the Training Matrix to ensure all refresher training is complete
- Supporting the Management Team with colleagueβs induction programs
- Proactively undertaking training analysis seeking improvements in process / methods of operating as well as developing and delivering SSOW training
- Designing and developing appropriate training and supporting materials and measuring their continued effectiveness
- Ensuring all working procedures maintain legal compliance and are clearly defined/cascaded, with regular reviews to ensure effectiveness
- Ensuring all necessary resources are available for training to take place
- Giving feedback on any identified problems in the training content and/or process
- Effectively communicate to all stakeholders surrounding training requirements
What we are looking for:
- A qualification or experience in MHE training is desirable.
- A sound knowledge of H&S standards
- Previous experience training within a warehouse setting and the ability to carry out Health and Safety and audit checks.
- Proven knowledge and/or certification showing knowledge of relevant subject matter and teaching methods
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Experience as a vocational warehouse operative
What we can give you in return:
- A competitive salary
- Heavily discounted quality food, hotels and restaurants
- Generous annual leave with option to buy more
- Reward, recognition and referral schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free onsite parking with electric points
- A health and wellbeing programme to look after you.
- Pension scheme
- Real career opportunities. Being part of the Sysco family - the worldβs leading foodservice business, opens a world of possibility
Thereβs a lot on offer, so what are you waiting for?
Apply now...
At Brakes everyone is welcome. We donβt want you to βfit our cultureβ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We donβt just look at your CV, weβre more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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