MHE ASSESSOR AND TRAINER

Mayflex is looking towards a bright future as a growing part of Sonepar, an independent family-owned company with global market leadership (46,000 people, and group sales of 32.5 billion euros) in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services.
If you are looking for a company that has a long-term vision and cares about its people and the planet, then you are looking for Sonepar which spans 44 countries and is constantly striving to create stimulating opportunities for the future.
Mayflex and Sonepar both believe passionately in the idea of sharing success. That is why we want you to join and contribute to a team that is constantly striving to be La Référence.

ARE YOU THE PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for a skilled and safety-focused MHE Assessor & Trainer to lead the assessment, training, and compliance efforts for all material handling equipment operations within our facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring workforce competency, compliance, and the development of a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate will also be actively involved with our Connected Safety Net system and take ownership in ensuring pre-use check sheets are completed accurately and consistently.

• Deliver hands-on and classroom-based training programs for new employees and existing staff on MHE use, warehouse operations, and safety protocols.
• Conduct internal assessments, risk management and certifications for all MHE operators in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
• Monitor trainee progress, provide feedback, and maintain records to ensure continued operator competency.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations during all training and assessment activities.
• Actively support and promote the use of Connected Safety Net for safety reporting, incident logging, and compliance tracking.
• Ensure that daily pre-use check sheets are completed for all MHE and warehouse equipment and that records are logged and reviewed appropriately.
• Collaborate with site leadership to identify skills gaps and adjust training programs accordingly.
• Responsible for updating the Skills Matrix for MHE Training and keeping all documentation safe, accessible and full organised.
• Raising any issues or improvements immediately to continuously improve processes
• Assist the H&S Manager in implementing operational and MHE training policies and promoting a proactive safety culture.
• Regularly audit operational and MHE-related processes to ensure alignment with internal procedures and industry standards.
• Keep training materials up to date in line with evolving industry best practices and legal requirements.
• Coordinate with external contractors for equipment servicing and repairs; monitor maintenance records and service schedules, create and manage Purchase Orders for MHE repairs, and remain conscious of cost implications and budget constraints.
• Troubleshoot MHE issues and escalate where necessary to minimise equipment downtime.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Certification in Health & Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH).
• Previous experience in QHSE or warehouse supervisory roles.
• Familiarity with Connected Safety Net or similar digital safety/compliance platforms.
• Experience conducting or supporting internal audits (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001).
• Understanding of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective action processes.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to or lead continuous improvement initiatives within the Mayflex Site or Logistics Operations.
• Competence in using digital tools or systems for tracking training, compliance, and maintenance records.
• Exposure to Lean, 5S, or Kaizen methodologies is an advantage.
• Must have a zero-accident mindset

• Deliver hands-on and classroom-based training programs for new employees and existing staff on MHE use, warehouse operations, and safety protocols.
• Conduct internal assessments, risk management and certifications for all MHE operators in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
• Monitor trainee progress, provide feedback, and maintain records to ensure continued operator competency.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations during all training and assessment activities.
• Actively support and promote the use of Connected Safety Net for safety reporting, incident logging, and compliance tracking.
• Ensure that daily pre-use check sheets are completed for all MHE and warehouse equipment and that records are logged and reviewed appropriately.
• Collaborate with site leadership to identify skills gaps and adjust training programs accordingly.
• Responsible for updating the Skills Matrix for MHE Training and keeping all documentation safe, accessible and full organised.
• Raising any issues or improvements immediately to continuously improve processes
• Assist the H&S Manager in implementing operational and MHE training policies and promoting a proactive safety culture.
• Regularly audit operational and MHE-related processes to ensure alignment with internal procedures and industry standards.
• Keep training materials up to date in line with evolving industry best practices and legal requirements.
• Coordinate with external contractors for equipment servicing and repairs; monitor maintenance records and service schedules, create and manage Purchase Orders for MHE repairs, and remain conscious of cost implications and budget constraints.
• Troubleshoot MHE issues and escalate where necessary to minimise equipment downtime