MHE Assessor

MHE Assessor

Sector :
Automotive Logistics / Warehouse Operations

Location :
Wolverhampton area (West Midlands)

Employment Type

:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary :
Competitive, DOE

If you’re an experienced MHE Assessor or qualified lift truck instructor with a strong focus on safety and compliance, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of operator competence and MHE safety within a large, operational warehouse environment.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring materials handling equipment is operated safely and in line with legislation, internal procedures, and operational requirements, while working closely with operations and health & safety teams.

• Assessing MHE operator competence through practical assessments and on-the-job evaluations
• Ensuring safe working practices are followed during manual and mechanical handling activities
• Coaching and briefing operators to reinforce safe behaviours and compliance at all times
• Supporting Health & Safety investigations relating to MHE incidents or damage
• Maintaining high standards of orderliness and safety across warehouse and work areas
• Acting as a point of contact between Operations and the MHE provider on fleet-related matters
• Coordinating MHE servicing and repairs to minimise disruption to site operations
• Identifying root causes of MHE damage and raising purchase orders where internal fault is identified
• Carrying out periodic racking inspections to SEMA standard (training available if required)
• Delivering training in line with agreed programmes, legislation, and site requirements
• Ensuring training records and documentation are completed accurately and on time

• RTITB Lift Truck Instructor qualification (essential)
• RTITB Scissor Lift Instructor qualification (essential)
• Experience in an MHE training or assessment role within a warehouse or logistics environment
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements and safe systems of work
• Clear communication skills with the confidence to challenge unsafe behaviours
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities to deadlines
• Structured, detail-focused approach to documentation and compliance

This is a solid opportunity to step into a safety-critical role with clear responsibility for MHE standards and operator competence within a high-volume operational environment.

To discuss this MHE Assessor position further, please click to apply or contact ISQ Recruitment on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.