Forklift Instructor

Company Description

Portull Training Services Ltd is a Hull-based provider of practical, accredited training for individuals and businesses across the UK. The company delivers courses focused on machinery operation, lifting, first aid, health and safety, and funded training, helping learners build skills that meet industry standards. Training is designed to be hands‑on and aligned with workplace realities, supporting employers in maintaining safe and compliant operations. Portull Training Services works with a range of sectors, offering flexible training solutions tailored to different roles and environments.

Role Description

As a Forklift Truck Instructor, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality forklift truck training to individuals and businesses, ensuring all learners receive the knowledge, practical skills and confidence required to operate equipment safely and competently.

You will deliver training at our Hull training centre and at customer premises, maintaining Portull's high standards of training, safety and customer service.

The instructor will deliver high-quality forklift truck training to learners of varying experience levels, following recognised standards and company procedures. Day-to-day tasks include planning and delivering training sessions, demonstrating safe forklift operation, supervising practical assessments, and conducting written and practical evaluations. The role involves maintaining accurate training records, preparing course materials, and ensuring that all training activities comply with current health and safety and industry regulations. The Forklift Instructor will also provide constructive feedback to learners, support continuous improvement of training content, and liaise with employers and internal staff to coordinate course schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective forklift truck training to novice, experienced and refresher learners.
• Provide both theoretical and practical instruction in line with relevant awarding body and accreditation requirements.
• Deliver training across relevant forklift truck categories, including Counterbalance and Reach trucks.
• Assess learners' practical competence and underpinning knowledge.
• Ensure all training is delivered in accordance with current health and safety legislation, industry standards and approved course criteria.
• Maintain accurate learner records, assessment documentation and course paperwork.
• Carry out pre-use equipment checks and ensure a safe training environment at all times.
• Adapt training methods to suit different learning abilities and experience levels.
• Travel to customer sites when required to deliver on-site training.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers, learners and colleagues.
• Represent Portull Training Services professionally and contribute to our continued growth and reputation.

Qualifications

• Formal instructor or trainer qualification for forklift operation (e.g., accredited RTITB/ITSSAR/AITT or equivalent) and proven experience operating forklift trucks in a workplace setting.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, safe lifting practices, and warehouse or industrial site procedures relevant to forklift operations.
• Clear communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts, give demonstrations, and adapt teaching style to different learning needs.
• Competence in preparing course materials, maintaining training documentation, and using basic IT tools for scheduling, record keeping, and reporting.
• Ability to manage groups in a training environment, assess learner performance fairly, and provide supportive, constructive feedback.
• Attention to detail, strong safety awareness, and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks during training activities.
• Relevant vocational or industry qualifications in warehousing, logistics, or materials handling are beneficial.
• Current driving licence and flexibility to support courses at client sites within reasonable travel distance is an advantage.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is passionate about training and development, takes pride in helping others succeed and understands the importance of safe working practices.

The successful candidate will be approachable, professional and motivated, with the ability to engage learners, deliver high-quality instruction and work effectively as part of our team.

Why Join Portull Training Services?

• Join an established, award-winning training provider.
• Become part of a supportive and experienced team.
• Deliver training to a wide range of businesses and learners.
• Have opportunities to utilise and develop your training expertise.
• Help individuals gain valuable qualifications and improve their career opportunities.

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