Andrew Mac Leod
About Andrew Mac Leod
Andrew Mac Leod is a Learning & Development / Onboarding Trainer at Amazon SEH1, with extensive experience in recruitment and training across various sectors, including the Royal Air Force and project management roles. He has a strong background in overseeing recruitment processes, managing teams, and developing training programs.
Current Role at Amazon Logistics
Andrew Mac Leod serves as a Learning & Development / Onboarding Trainer at Amazon SEH1 in Bathgate, Scotland. He has held this position since 2021, focusing on training new employees and enhancing their onboarding experience. His role involves developing training materials and programs to ensure that new hires are well-prepared for their responsibilities within the organization.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Andrew has extensive experience in recruitment, having led a Royal Air Force recruitment team for five years in a busy inner-city office. He oversaw the entire recruitment process, from aptitude testing to final selection interviews. Additionally, he worked as an Induction Manager at PMP Recruitment and as a Recruitment Resourcer, where he contributed to the recruitment efforts in various capacities.
Military Background and Skills
Andrew served in the Royal Air Force for 21 years, from 1986 to 2007, where he held the position of Senior Non Commissioned Officer. During his military career, he designed and developed administrative programs using Microsoft Access and Excel. He also managed cash accounts at a large Royal Air Force base and became the first instructor to qualify as an NVQ assessor while training recruits.
Project Management Experience
Andrew has demonstrated project management skills through various initiatives. He managed the opening and daily operations of an 18-lane tenpin bowling center in Falkirk, overseeing staff recruitment, training, and health and safety protocols. He also led the Station Working Party for the Leuchars Airshow, where he was responsible for risk management and supervising a team of 30 personnel.
Work History in Recruitment and Training
Prior to his current role, Andrew worked at Adecco as a Shift Manager for two years and at PMP Recruitment as an Induction Manager for four years in Amazon Dunfermline. His diverse work history in recruitment and training has equipped him with the skills necessary to effectively onboard and develop new employees.