Forklift & Plant Training in Wales

RTITB & NPORS Accredited
Forklift, Telehandler, Excavator & Plant Training
Covering ALL Regions of Wales

Wales is home to a huge range of manufacturing, warehousing, energy, food production, agriculture, engineering, ports and construction industries — all of which rely heavily on qualified forklift and plant operators.

With major industrial activity stretching from North Wales to South Wales, the region includes key commercial centres such as

South Wales

Cardiff
Newport
Bridgend
Swansea
Port Talbot
Barry
Llantrisant
Caerphilly
Merthyr Tydfil
Pontypridd

North Wales

Wrexham
Rhyl
Llandudno
Flintshire / Deeside Industrial Park
Bangor
Mold

West Wales

Carmarthen
Haverfordwest
Pembroke Dock
Milford Haven

Mid Wales

Newtown
Welshpool
Aberystwyth
Brecon

We provide full Wales coverage, delivering accredited forklift and plant training for warehouses, factories, food producers, logistics companies, construction sites, agriculture and renewable energy projects.

Course Overview

We deliver a complete range of accredited forklift and plant training courses for individuals, employers, construction teams, agricultural operators and logistics companies across Wales.

Courses We Cover

Counterbalance Forklift Training
Reach Truck Training
Telehandler Training (Telescopic Handler)
Powered Pallet Truck (PPT / LLOP) Training
NPORS Excavator Training (180° & 360° – Track & Wheeled)

• 10 Ton and Below

• 10 Ton and Over

Forklift Conversion Training
Refresher Forklift Training
Onsite Training (Nationwide – We Come To You)

All training is delivered by fully qualified RTITB & NPORS instructors with industry experience across Wales.

Who Should Attend?

Our Wales training courses are perfect for

Beginners entering warehousing, logistics or construction
Jobseekers needing an accredited forklift licence
Manufacturing & factory workers
Port and energy operators (Milford Haven, Swansea Docks, Cardiff)
Construction workers requiring Telehandler/Excavator training
Agricultural workers needing plant or forklift certification
Employers needing onsite, accredited workforce training

What Will You Learn?

Training includes

Safe forklift & plant operation
Steering, reversing, load handling & stability
Daily pre-use inspections & safety checks
Pallet racking, stacking, de-stacking & loading vehicles
Yard, warehouse, factory & site manoeuvring
PUWER, LOLER & HSE safety requirements
Pedestrian awareness & hazard prevention
Real Welsh workplace scenarios

Food processing (South Wales)
Ports & energy (Swansea, Milford Haven)
Manufacturing (Newport, Deeside, Wrexham)
Warehousing & distribution (Cardiff, Bridgend)
Agriculture & rural operations

Full preparation for RTITB/NPORS theory & practical assessments

Assessment Method

Theory Assessment

Multiple-choice test covering safety, legislation, and machine knowledge

Practical Assessment

Demonstration of operating skills to RTITB/NPORS standards
Safe load handling and manoeuvring assessment

Course Includes

RTITB or NPORS accredited certificate
Operator registration
Training on your machinery onsite or our equipment
Small class sizes for maximum operating time
All training materials supplied
Support with Wales-based job opportunities

Skill Levels Available

Novice Courses
Refresher Courses
Conversion Courses
Onsite Group Training for Employers

Course Duration

Approximate durations

Novice
3–5 days
Experienced
2–3 days
Refresher
1 day
Conversion
1–2 days
Excavator / Telehandler
varies by machine

Qualification You Receive

You will receive

RTITB Certificate of Basic Training

NPORS Operator Card (Traditional or NPORS CSCS Card)

Your qualification is

Recognised across all of Wales & the UK
Accepted in logistics, construction, ports, food production & agriculture
Fully compliant with HSE regulations

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Fast scheduling
Weekend availability
Nationwide onsite

Why Choose This Course?

Our Wales courses help you

Gain an accredited forklift or plant qualification
Improve job prospects across Wales
Build strong, practical operating skills
Suitable for beginners, employers, jobseekers & experienced operators

Why Choose Forklift Training Centre?

Learners and employers across the UK choose us because

RTITB & NPORS Accredited
Nationally recognised qualifications
98% Pass Rate
High learner success rates
Open 7 Days a Week
Includes evenings & weekends
Flexible Training Times
Designed around your schedule
Price-Beat Guarantee
We will beat any like-for-like quote
Special Package Deals
Affordable options for individuals & employers
Small Class Sizes
More driving time = faster progress
Fast Certification & Operator Cards
Quick turnaround for job applications
5⭐ Google Reviews
Trusted by hundreds nationwide
Experienced Instructors
Trusted by hundreds nationwide
Local + Nationwide Coverage
Training across Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Wrexham, Bridgend — and everywhere in between