MHE Training Manager
About the role
Material Handling Equipment Training Manager
to join our Warehouse / Operations team.In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in raising operational standards and driving a culture of safety across our site. By delivering high-quality MHE instruction and rigorous competency assessments, your expertise will directly empower our teams to operate with confidence and precision. Here, your leadership ensures our daily operations remain safe, compliant, and performing at their absolute best.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
In this role, you will:
- Design and deliver comprehensive training: Execute initial, refresher, and conversion courses across all MHE types, including counterbalance, reach trucks, PPTs, and order pickers.
- Assess and authorise operators: Conduct objective competency evaluations, provide constructive coaching, and issue operational licenses aligned with site regulations.
- Manage compliance and records: Maintain audit-ready training matrices and proactively schedule timely refresher training in line with RTITB/ITSSAR standards, PUWER, and LOLER.
- Drive safety leadership: Investigate MHE-related incidents or near-misses alongside management, delivering targeted retraining to mitigate future risks and equipment damage.
- Optimise onboarding and skill development: Partner with Shift Leaders and the Operations Manager to identify skills gaps and streamline operator upskilling processes.
What You’ll Bring (Skills & Qualifications)
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience operating in a fast-paced warehouse or logistics environment with demonstrated MHE instructional delivery.
- Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation (HASAWA, PUWER, LOLER), warehouse risk assessments, and safe operating procedures.
- Current, valid RTITB or ITSSAR Instructor / Assessor accreditation.
- Exceptional communication and coaching skills to effectively mentor diverse operational teams.
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills for accurate compliance record-keeping.
What We Offer (Benefits)
- Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience.
- Number of days - paid time off/ holidays
- Flexible work options/alternative work options to support work-life balance.
- Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
Ready to lead our safety standards and help our teams succeed? Apply today to take the next step in your career with Iron Mountain.
Category: Operations Group
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