At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety training for MHE operators and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Company: Join a globally recognised client in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, 24/7 GP helpline, and access to personal insurance.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and a chance to work with leading brands.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with long-term opportunities and professional development.
- Qualifications: Must have AITT Category 1 accreditation and FLT licences for Reach and Counterbalance.
We have an exciting opportunity to work for our worldwide known client, looking to expand their team and recruit MHE Assessor. These are ongoing opportunities working with the world's leading brands, based in Solihull.
Why work with First Call? Working with First Call Contract Services gives you many additional benefits!
- Money saving offers and discounts at your fingertip
- 24/7 GP helpline
- Discounted Gym membership in over 2500 gyms
- Online Payslip Access
- Personal Insurance
Shifts for MHE Assessor: 2-week rotating shifts: Mon‑Thu 06:00-14:15 / Fri: 06:00-12:00 followed by 13:00-21:30 / 11:00-16:00 (Initially on day shift for circa 6‑weeks training).
Pay: From £16.24 per hour
Main Duties of MHE Assessor:
- Effectively leading the site Health & Safety culture as No1 on the agenda.
- Completing / supporting site inductions of MHE / Manual Handling for all FTE / Agency staff.
- Supporting the Risk Assessment (RA) / Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) completion with the nominated person/s.
- Providing a consistently high level of technical skills training to support the operations area through a variety of delivery methods.
- Working as part of a close team ensuring that all training is completed and recorded in line with company policy.
- Developing a site skills matrix that enables the delivery of all MHE training and that the skill level of all MHE operators is satisfactory and ensure that refresher training is completed within specified time frames.
- Actively managing the number of MHE operators to minimise skill fade and risk from inexperienced and infrequent users.
- Ensuring the on‑going competence of all MHE operators through the delivery of refresher training, recorded workplace assessments and where appropriate other training following the identification of unsafe practices or following accidents / incidents.
- Assisting and advising in the investigation of any on‑site and MHE related incidents / accidents.
- Maintaining a proactive approach to ensure continual reduction in risk from MHE operations and where appropriate developing learning from experience briefings to prevent further occurrence.
Qualifications:
- AITT Category 1 Accredited instructor/examiner Licence - ESSENTIAL
- FLT Licenced for, Reach, Counterbalance, PPT - ESSENTIAL.
- Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
- Must be a team player who is capable of working on their own initiative.
- Able to work to tight deadlines.
- Must be flexible in approach to work and shift patterns in order to cover for training.
- Should have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to solve problems.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidates to begin a career with a company that offers genuine long‑term opportunities and career development. This job will suit any candidate with experience working at Amazon, Parcelforce, DPD, DHL, or similar employers.
MHE Assessor Role in Birmingham employer: First Call Contract Services, Ltd.
First Call Contract Services, Ltd. is an excellent employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive work culture in Thurrock. With a focus on professional growth, the company offers training and development opportunities to enhance your skills in supply chain management. Employees enjoy a collaborative environment where their contributions are recognised, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
Contact Details:
First Call Contract Services, Ltd. Recruitment Team
