Forklift trainers

For an application to be considered you must meet the following two key requirements:

• Substantial recent forklift experience
• An adult education qualification. See link below for full details: Forklift trainer qualification info

Unit standards 4098, 10851, 10852, and 18409 do NOT count towards the minimum requirement.

Please note that Competenz does not provide training for the Forklift Operator Certificate or adult education qualifications and unit standards.

Step 1‍

Complete the appropriate application form at the end of this section.

Step 2

Email your completed application along with all supporting documents to: forklift.inbox@competenz.org.nz

Step 3

A Competenz appointed forklift auditor will review your application against the criteria outlined in the Approved Code of Practice forforklift trainers and operators.

View the Code of Practice here.

Step 4

If your application meets the initial requirements, Competen zwill contact you to arrange a suitable time for an on-site audit with an appointed auditor.

Step 5

The auditor will visit your training venue to:

• Conduct the audit
• Provide feedback on your practical teaching and training delivery, as demonstrated in the Forklift Operator course
• Advise you of the recommendation they will make to Competenz regarding your suitability.

Step 6

Our Quality Support team will complete a final review and notify you in writing of the outcome.

Step 7

If successful, Competenz will:

• Confirm your registration period (usually between 1 and 3 years)
• Add your details to the National Forklift Trainer Register
• Issue an invoice for the services provided
• Email your official certificate of registration.

Step 8

If your applicationis unsuccessful, we will explain the reasons and outline recommended steps to help you meet the requirements for future applications.

Forms

• New forklift trainer application
• Renewal forklift trainer application
• Forklift trainer qualification info

Forklift trainer registration fee: $820 + GST.

This fee applies to: 

• New trainers using the Competenz approved training resource package.
• Renewal of an existing trainer registration.

Auditor travel and accommodation costs:

• Depending on your location, Competenz will arrange and book all auditor travel.
• These costs, plus a $50 (+ GST) travel booking fee, will be charged to you.
• If applicable, mileage will be charged at the current rate as per the IRD website.
• Cancellation fees may apply if sufficient notice is not provided.
• You will be invoiced following the audit.
• If a purchase order number is required, please let us know when confirming the audit date.

Competenz offers resource material packages to support both training delivery and learning.

Candidate pack
Includes the Assessment Guide and Workbook required for each learner. While developed for Unit Standard 10851, it is also approved for use in Forklift Operator Certificate training.

Developing your own training materials

If you would like to create your own training materials,they must be audited and approved by Competenz before use. The cost for this service is $75 (+ GST) per hour.

Click HERE to email Competenz to discuss further.  

• Pre audit form

If you have any questions about forklift training resources, please email forklift.inbox@competenz.org.nz