Continuous Improvement Practitioner

Nisbets Plc; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm is seeking a Continuous Improvement Practitioner to join their team in Bristol, responsible for driving operational excellence through the Nisbets CI Programme. The role involves analyzing performance, coaching teams, and optimizing processes to deliver measurable results. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with a background in continuous improvement and lean methodologies. This position will be site-based with some flexibility for remote work.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience in coaching teams on problem-solving techniques.
• Familiarity with operational data flows and processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nisbets Continuous Improvement Programme.
• Ensure compliance with CI standards through training.
• Analyse performance data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate problem-solving interventions for operational teams.
• Provide reports and insights to optimize performance.

Skills

Strong numeracy

Analytical skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

Team-leading experience

Conflict resolution skills

Proven ability to deliver process improvements

In-depth understanding of lean/CI tools

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday 29 January 2026 at 01:00

Nisbets Limited are currently recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Practitioner to join our Logistics team and play a key role in driving operational excellence and sustained performance improvements across our business.

This role will be based at our Avonmouth site and will be predominantly site based with some flexibility to work from home on occasion.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the implementation and embedding of the Nisbets Continuous Improvement (CI) Programme, facilitating structured problem‑solving interventions, and coaching teams to build lasting CI capability. The role works closely with operational leaders and cross‑functional teams to analyse performance, identify opportunities, and influence improvements that deliver measurable results.

You will lead initiatives to optimise processes, improve resource management, and support the delivery of annual budgets and long‑term plans. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and analytically driven individual with a strong background in lean methodologies and continuous improvement within a fast‑paced operational environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the implementation and sustainability of the Nisbets CI Programme, acting as a champion and subject‑matter expert.
• Ensure compliance with CI standards through training, coaching, and performance confirmation.
• Analyse operational performance data and conduct shop‑floor observations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate and coach problem‑solving interventions, building a lasting capability within operational teams.
• Provide reports, plans, forecasts, and budgets to optimise performance and resource management.
• Deliver process and performance improvements aligned with annual budgets and the Five‑Year Plan.
• Carry out additional CI or operational interventions as required.

Capabilities, Skills and Experience Required

• Strong numeracy, analytical, and planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing abilities.
• Team‑leading or supervisory experience.
• Conflict resolution and coaching skills.
• Proven ability to deliver process improvements in a fast‑paced environment.
• In‑depth understanding of lean/CI tools and their application.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general PC literacy.
• Familiarity with operational data flows and processes or ability to learn quickly.

About Us

Nisbets is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all colleagues. We aim to ensure our workplaces are free from discrimination and that not only colleagues but also our potential future colleagues are treated fairly and with dignity and respect. Therefore, please inform us of any reasonable adjustments that we may need to make to the application or interview process.

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