Operations Training Manager

Company Description

Job Description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a 'South' Regional Operations Training Manager to join our safety, Training & Fleet Compliance Team. Ideally based within the South region (M25) delivering training but also supporting site-based training teams. This will cover Ashford, Aylesford, Brighton, Covent Garden, Dagenham, Harlow, Premier Park, and Thetford.

The main emphasis will be to deliver the 'ever' evolving DriverCPC training programme across the entire Sysco estate; this will include the training of vocational licence holders at all levels.

It's a key organisational role that will entail devising and delivering the national Training strategy in partnership with the Regional Operations Director / Managers and Regional Operations teams.

This role is offering a home-based contract that will require significant travel commitment to working away at our depots both regionally and nationally throughout the year and as such a good degree of self-motivation and flexibility is required. A full UK driving licence is also essential.

Maintaining your cyclical audit plan, in addition to an awareness of industry best practice, you'll also be expected to:

• Deliver Driver CPC, First Aid at Work, Mental Health First Aid and Fire Marshal courses across designated geographical areas and remotely
• Manage the ongoing development of the training courses provided
• Provide ongoing input into the development and design of further training courses
• Assist in the learning and development of Sysco operational teams
• Evaluate and manage Operations Training KPIs, induction elements etc.
• Provide input into the development and design of Driver and Warehouse academies
• Support and coach site-based training teams
• Identify training needs, then develop and deliver training solutions
• Provide professional insight and advice regarding training accreditations and standards
• Build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Support nationally where there is a business need along with the company audit plan

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will come from a structured, process driven environment and have a knowledge of logistics and warehousing best practices and a clear understanding how to influence positive behaviours, cultures and process change at all levels. You will have proven experience in an operational training setting and have previously worked in a warehouse or driving role. As well as being well organised and strong time management experience you will also posses strong training and delivery experience and be able to inspire, coach and develop colleagues. You will also have a good knowledge of IT (Microsoft Office) and be able to contribute and assist in the delivery of the Safety, Training & Fleet Compliance Group strategy. You must be qualified to level 3 Award in Educational Training (AET), and it would be great to see; NEBOSH, National General Certificate in OHS, Transport Management Certificate of Competence, First aid instructor, Mental Health first aid instructor or Fire marshal instructor.

The ideal candidate will also be willing to work towards:

• NEBOSH General Certificate
• Transport Management Certificate of Competence
• AET level 5
• First Aid instructor
• Mental Health first aid instructor
• Fire marshal instructor

What you'll receive:

• A competitive salary
• Business needs Company Car
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days, with option to purchase additional holidays + bank holidays
• Huge discounts on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning products through our staff shop
• Discounts on Cinema tickets, shopping and earn cashback on purchases through Sodexo.
• Recognition awards and Incentives
• Real career opportunities - being part of Sysco, the world's leading foodservice business, opens up a world of possibility

Qualifications

Additional Information

At Sysco GB everyone is welcome. We don't want you to 'fit our culture' we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don't just look at your CV, we're 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 Sysco GB and we recognise that Sysco GB 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.