MHE Trainer

Ascott Transport Limited; Tideswell CP; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ATL Warehousing & Distribution at Foston Park, Derby, is looking for an experienced MHE Trainer to lead the site training function. You will deliver operator training across Counterbalance, VNA, PPT and other equipment, maintain compliance with HSE ACOP L117 and PUWER, and coach teams to build a skilled, safety-focused workforce.

You will manage training records, licences and authorisations, deliver inductions, support safety investigations, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Current accredited MHE Instructor qualification (RTITB, ITSSAR or AITT).
• Instructor categories covering Counterbalance, PPT and VNA, or willing to gain additional instructor qualifications.
• Experience delivering MHE training within warehouse, logistics or distribution.
• Strong administrative and record-keeping skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Excel.
• Excellent communication, coaching and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage training schedules around operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver novice, conversion and refresher MHE training for Counterbalance, VNA, PPT and related equipment.
• Manage training records, licences and MHE authorisations with audit-ready documentation.
• Conduct operator assessments and refresher evaluations to maintain competence.
• Support investigations, risk assessments and safe systems of work and promote safety culture.

Skills

MHE training delivery

Coaching

Assessment

Safety culture

Education

RTITB/ITSSAR/AITT instructor qualification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated MHE Trainer to take ownership of our site training function at Foston Park. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about developing people, driving safety standards and creating a skilled workforce capable of supporting the future growth of our business. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality MHE training, maintaining compliance, developing internal talent and ensuring operational excellence through effective coaching and assessment. As MHE Trainer, you will play a key role in developing ATL's warehouse teams by delivering operator training and supporting employees in gaining additional equipment competencies.

Training Delivery

Deliver novice, conversion and refresher training across a range of MHE equipment including:

• Counterbalance Trucks
• VNA (Man-Up) Trucks
• Powered Pallet Trucks (PPT)
• Port/Tow Trucks

Deliver training in accordance with HSE ACOP L117, PUWER regulations and ATL procedures. Support new starter and agency worker inductions. Provide ongoing coaching and support to operators across all shifts.

Skills Development

• Lead ATL's Counterbalance-to-VNA development programme.
• Identify employees with potential to progress onto specialist equipment.
• Support workforce planning by increasing operational flexibility through cross-skilling initiatives.
• Work closely with managers to identify skills gaps and development opportunities.

Compliance & Record Management

• Manage all training records, licences and MHE authorisations.
• Ensure operators remain trained, competent and authorised for the equipment they operate.
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready documentation.
• Monitor upcoming renewals and organise refresher training as required.

Safety & Operational Standards

• Conduct operator assessments and refresher evaluations.
• Carry out post-incident assessments and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Undertake regular workplace observations and coaching sessions.
• Support investigations, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the operation.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyse incident trends, damage reports and operational feedback to improve training programmes.
• Work with operational management to enhance standards, efficiency and safety performance.
• Contribute to the development of training materials and best practice procedures.

Direct exposure to senior leadership and the ability to influence training strategy. Ongoing investment in professional development and instructor qualifications. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business. The chance to make a real impact on safety, compliance and workforce development.

If you are an experienced MHE Instructor looking for an opportunity to develop people, raise operational standards and play a key role in the growth of a successful logistics operation, we would love to hear from you.

Join ATL Warehousing & Distribution and help develop the next generation of skilled warehouse professionals.

Current Accredited MHE Instructor Qualification

Current accredited MHE Instructor qualification (RTITB, ITSSAR or AITT). Instructor categories covering Counterbalance, PPT and VNA, or relevant experience with a willingness to gain additional instructor qualifications. Previous experience delivering MHE training within a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment. Strong administrative and record-keeping skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Excel. Excellent communication, coaching and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and effectively manage training schedules around operational requirements.

Desirable

• Experience delivering in-house operator training programmes.
• Additional instructor categories covering specialist equipment.
• Experience within a 3PL, FMCG or BRC-accredited environment.
• Teaching, assessor or training qualifications.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and competency assessments.

What We Offer

ATL Warehousing & Distribution is a growing third-party logistics provider operating a diverse fleet of Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) across multiple warehouse sites.

Location: Foston Park, Derby (with occasional travel to other ATL sites). Salary: £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience and instructor qualifications). Contract: Full Time, Permanent. Hours: 40 hours per week (flexibility required to support occasional early, late and weekend training requirements).

Build the Future of MHE Training at ATL