MEWPS and Forklift Trainer

As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role:

MEWPS and Forklift Trainer

British Airways makes use of a wide and varied selection of ground support equipment to service and maintain the aircraft that we use to fly passengers safely around the world.

As well as safety in the air being a prime business imperative, safety on the ground for our staff is also key, and working for the British Airways Global Learning Academy you will be part of a wider team that provides the essential safety training in the use of ground support equipment for British Airways colleagues.

We are holding two drop in sessions to talk through the role! Please join us to ask any questions.

What you’ll do:

Youll provide training in the use of a wide variety of ground suport equipment including:

• Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPS)
• Forklift trucks
• Other varied specialist ground support equipment
• Confined space
• Harness
• Crane
• Other Health & Safety training 

What you’ll bring to British Airways:

• Strong and confident communication skills
• Skilled in instructional techniques
• Skilled in practical skills testing and assessment
• Can work collaboratively with others
• Good IT skills, confident in the use of Microsoft applications
• A willingness to learn and grow your own capabilities.

Your experience:

• Have significant experience, minimum 6 months, as a counterbalance forklift truck or MEWP operator.
• Have experience of operating various types of forklift trucks and MEWPs
• Previous experience of training, holding an RTITB, IPAF or similar instructor qualification would be an advantage but is 
  not essential, as full RTITB/IPAF instructor training would be provided.
• Ofqual Level 3 Award in Education and Training (L3 AET) would be an advantage.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Good standard of English and Maths.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Must be eligible to hold an airport airside pass (5 year referencing and criminal records check required).

What we offer:

We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.

From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.

At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.

We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.

Inclusion & Diversity

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.