FLT Assessor

Rapier; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapier is recruiting an experienced MHE Training Assessor / Instructor for our automotive manufacturing logistics client in Solihull. This is ongoing agency work with potential to become permanent.

You will lead site inductions on MHE and manual handling, deliver competent training, record all activities, support risk assessments, and drive improvements while working rotating AM/PM/Nights shifts and Mon-Fri days.

Qualifications

• AITT or RTITB Category 1 Accredited Instructor/Examiner Licence (essential).
• FLT licences covering Reach, Counterbalance, and PPT (essential).
• Strong attention to detail; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong Health & Safety culture across site operations.
• Deliver and support site inductions covering MHE and manual handling.
• Assist with Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work with stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality technical training to support operational teams.
• Ensure all training is completed, recorded, and compliant with policies.
• Develop and maintain site skills matrix to track operator competence.
• Monitor and manage MHE operator numbers to reduce risk from inexperience.
• Maintain operator competence through refresher training and assessments.
• Support investigations into MHE-related incidents and incidents.
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Teamwork

Deadline oriented

Flexible scheduling

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Willing to rotate shifts

Education

AITT or RTITB Category 1 Accredited Instructor/Examiner Licence

FLT licences (Reach, Counterbalance, PPT)

Job description

MHE Training Assessor / Instructor - Solihull

Pay Details: £21.11 per hour (inclusive of shift allowance)

Hours of Work

Rotating shifts:

• AM - (Apply online only)
• PM - (Apply online only)
• Nights - (Apply online only) (Mon-Thu only)

Days of Work

Mon-Fri (Mon-Thu for night shift)

Duration

Ongoing agency work

We are recruiting experienced, qualified MHE Assessors/Instructors for our automotive manufacturing logistics client in Solihull. This is ongoing agency work which may become permanent in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong Health & Safety culture across site operations, ensuring it remains the top priority
• Deliver and support site inductions covering MHE (Material Handling Equipment) and manual handling for all permanent and agency staff
• Assist with Risk Assessments (RA) and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
• Deliver high-quality technical training to support operational teams using a variety of methods
• Ensure all training is completed, accurately recorded, and compliant with company policies
• Develop and maintain a site skills matrix to track operator competence and identify training needs
• Monitor and manage MHE operator numbers to reduce risk associated with inexperienced or infrequent users
• Maintain operator competence through refresher training, workplace assessments, and follow-up training where unsafe practices or incidents are identified
• Support investigations into MHE-related incidents and accidents, providing guidance and recommendations
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying risks and delivering learning from experience briefings to prevent reoccurrence

Requirements

• AITT or RTITB Category 1 Accredited Instructor/Examiner Licence (essential)
• FLT licences covering Reach, Counterbalance, and PPT (essential)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines
• Flexible approach to work and shift patterns
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong time management and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to work rotating shifts

About the Employer

For over 35 years, Rapier has been trusted by employers and job seekers across the UK. We're recognised experts in transport, logistics and warehousing recruitment, supplying drivers, warehouse operatives and production staff to some of the country's biggest brands.