Powered Access Trainee

Afi Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Profit share

Pension

Death in Service

Healthcare plan

MyAFI benefits

Christmas bonus

Job summary

AFI Group of Companies is recruiting for a Powered Access Trainee at AFI-Rentals in Milton Keynes. This role provides full training, including IPAF Operator and Load/Unload certification, with a competitive basic salary £35,412 and an OTE £40,000–£50,000.

You'll carry out Pre-Delivery Inspections on MEWPs, trucks and tracked machines, learn to operate truck mounts, and receive support through HGV Class 2 training. A clear path to a Driving & Operating role awaits.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• IPAF or CSCS certification is a plus.
• Hands-on learner with good customer service.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Pre-Delivery Inspections on MEWPs, trucks and tracked machines.
• Operate truck-mounted platforms at customer sites (full IPAF training provided).
• Support engineering and operations teams across the branch.
• Learn all aspects of powered access operation and transport.
• Work toward your HGV Class 2 licence and future operator position.

Skills

Enthusiastic hands-on learner

Confident communicator

Mechanically minded

Full UK driving licence

IPAF certification

CSCS certification

Job description

About the Role

Powered Access Trainee

Full training provided, including IPAF Operator & Load/Unload certification

Great salary + HGV Class 2 training + genuine career progression

Basic Salary: £35,412 | OTE: £40,000 – £50,000

Future Opportunity: Progress to Class 2 Driver & Truck Mount Operator

Learn. Operate. Progress.

Looking for a hands-on career with serious earning potential?

Join AFI-Rentals as a Powered Access Trainee and start your journey into the world of truck-mounted platforms and specialist access machinery.

You'll receive full training to carry out Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) on MEWPs, trucks, and tracked machines, while learning to operate our impressive range of truck mounts.

Alongside this, we'll support you through your HGV Class 2 training and help you progress into a full Driving & Operating role at one of our branches.

Job Opportunity

What You'll Be Doing:

Carrying out Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) on MEWPs, trucks, and tracked access machines

Operating truck-mounted platforms at customer sites (full IPAF training provided)

Supporting the engineering and operations teams across the branch

Learning all aspects of powered access operation and transport

Working toward your HGV Class 2 licence and future operator position

Essential Skills

What We're Looking For:

An enthusiastic, hands-on learner who wants to build a long-term career

Confident and friendly communicator with great customer service skills

Mechanically minded with attention to detail

Full UK driving licence (required)

Bonus Skills (Not Essential, But a Plus!):

IPAF or CSCS certification

Experience with plant or access machinery

Background in logistics, mechanical, or engineering work

Ready to climb new heights?

Join AFI-Rentals and start a rewarding career in powered access — with full training, great pay, and a clear route to becoming a qualified Truck Mount Operator.

About Company

AFI-Rentals are one of the UK's leading powered access rental companies and we provide everything a person needs to work at height safely. From a modern specialist rental fleet to high-quality training, we are a one-stop-shop for the working-at-height industry.

Our core values are teamwork, customer service, and profitability, and we believe employee professional development is at the heart of our success.

We also have a strong emphasis on Health and Safety and are proud to hold various accreditations, such as:

• ISO9001
• ISO14001
• ISO45001
• Gold RoSPA award
• + more

Please note that we operate a 2-stage interview process and online testing to screen candidates.

DE&I

AFI Group of Companies provides equal opportunities and is committed to the principle of equality regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religious belief, political opinion or affiliation, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability.

We will apply employment policies that are fair, equitable and consistent with the skills and abilities of our employees and the needs of the business

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays.
• Inclusion in a profit share scheme.
• An auto-enrolment pension scheme with employer contributions (from aged 22, but voluntary enrolment can be made before this age. Opt-out available).
• Death-in-Service benefit of 2 x salary.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• MyAFI, a comprehensive employee benefits, rewards, and discount programme. Benefits include Cycle2Work scheme, Aviva private medical insurance, and Holiday Trading, to name a few.
• Christmas Bonus Payment (Discretionary).