Forklift and Warehouse Training

Start your new career with

free forklift and warehouse training

in South Yorkshire

Free forklift training in South Yorkshire in partnership with South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA). Covering Doncaster, Barnsley, Sheffield, and Rotherham. Our 12-week course includes a free RTITB forklift licence and covers warehouse operations. If you qualify, you pay nothing; we cover the £1,475 licence fee so you can focus on your new career.

Key Benefits:

• FREE RTITB FLT licence, worth up to £1,475.
• Focused warehousing and storage training, so you're prepared to work on site.
• Guaranteed job interview with South Yorkshire warehousing and logistics employers.
• You'll get support from both a Success Coach and an Employment Coach.
• Access to a network of more than 235 SYMCA employers, including iPort Doncaster.

Are you searching for a stable career in logistics and warehousing in South Yorkshire?

South Yorkshire has become a major logistics and warehousing hub in the North. With growth at sites like iPort Doncaster and Gateway 36 Barnsley, there’s a strong demand for skilled workers who understand warehouse systems. Our free forklift and warehouse training gives you the qualifications that local employers like Amazon, DHL, M&S, and Clipper Logistics are looking for. We pay for your licence and teach you the skills employers want. You can start a career with steady hours, opportunities to advance, and starting pay from £23,200 to £26,000 in South Yorkshire.

• Available Across South Yorkshire

This SYMCA-funded forklift training South Yorkshire is available to residents of Doncaster, Barnsley, Sheffield, and Rotherham. The course combines online Zoom sessions on warehousing and storage with hands-on RTITB forklift training at A&S Transport Sheffield. Whether you live close to a logistics hub or in a nearby town, this flexible programme can work with your schedule.

What makes our forklift training South Yorkshire different?

The free FLT licence Advantage:

Unlike other training providers, we understand that the RTITB Forklift Truck Licence is the gatekeeper to warehouse employment. While commercial forklift training costs £1,475 upfront, we include it in your funded training. You complete your practical training and RTITB assessment during the 12-week programme, graduating with your licence in hand and ready for immediate employment.

Why this matters:

• South Yorkshire logistics hubs actively seek licensed FLT operators.
• Employers at iPort Doncaster, Gateway 36, and regional distribution centres need candidates who can start immediately
• Your pre-licensed status gives you an advantage over other candidates who do not have a licence.

What you'll learn on this Forklift & Warehousing Training Course

RTITB Counterbalance or Reach FLT Licence

You’ll earn your RTITB forklift licence with 3-year validity, qualifying you to operate counterbalance or reach trucks in warehouse environments.

A RTITB-registered training centre

You’ll complete practical forklift training at A&S Transport Sheffield, an RTITB-registered centre, ensuring you’re competent and confident.

Warehouse systems and storage procedures

You’ll learn how warehouse systems operate, including storage procedures, layout optimisation, and efficient workflow management.

Safe forklift operation and maintenance

You’ll master safe forklift operation techniques and understand essential maintenance checks to keep equipment running safely.

Stock management and inventory control

You’ll gain skills in managing stock levels, conducting inventory counts, and effectively using warehouse management systems.

Order processing and dispatch preparation.

You’ll learn to process orders accurately, prepare goods for dispatch, and ensure timely delivery to customers.

Workplace health, safety, and communication in storage environments(SMM)

You’ll understand health and safety regulations in warehousing, proper communication protocols, and how to maintain a safe working environment.

Why Choose Our Free Forklift & Warehouse Training in South Yorkshire?

Commercial forklift training usually costs £1,475 upfront, but our SYMCA-funded course is free. You don’t need a job before you start, and we’ll help you get an interview while you’re still training.

Employers in South Yorkshire are looking for licensed operators with warehouse experience, but there aren’t enough qualified people. That’s why jobs here take 6-8 weeks to fill, compared to 4-6 weeks nationally. This makes your RTITB licence especially valuable right now.

As an Ofsted ‘Good’ and Matrix-accredited provider, our commitment to high-quality training and effective learner support is independently verified.

“It's now 6 weeks after I have got my licence and I am employed full-time.”

It’s now 6 weeks after I have got my licence, and I am employed full-time and I am receiving training from my new employers! It’s great! I love the job and the people who work there have been fantastic.

*– Greg, former learner*

Assessment and Technology

All learning is delivered via live online Zoom sessions and supported by our 24/7 learning platform, where you can revisit materials anytime. Your essential practical training is conducted at the RTITB-registered A&S Transport Sheffield centre.

This course is assessed in the most practical way possible. There are no written exams. Instead, we measure your readiness through:

How you will be assessed:

• A portfolio of evidence showcasing your understanding of warehouse systems.
• Passing the official RTITB practical test for your Counterbalance or Reach Truck licence.
• Regular knowledge checks and scenario-based questions during training.

Career Progression and Earning Potential

You can advance your career in logistics and warehouse training right here in South Yorkshire.

Entry-level roles (starting salary: £24,000–£26,000):

• FLT Driver

Mid-level roles (typical salary: £26,000–£32,000):

• Senior Operator/Warehouse
• Team Leader (2-3 years)

Senior roles (typical salary: £40,000+):

• Shift Supervisor
• Warehouse Manager (5+ years)

Your Partners in Success, From Day One to Your New Career.

We want to help you build a lasting career in South Yorkshire’s warehousing and storage sector. You’ll receive full support from two dedicated coaches.

Our Support Includes:

• A dedicated one-to-one Success Coach to guide you through your studies.
• An online learning platform with high-quality resources available 24/7.
• Help with your CV and interview skills from our expert Employment Coaches.
• Personal career guidance to help you find and apply for jobs.
• Guaranteed interview with potential employers.

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Is this SYMCA-funded forklift and warehouse training a good fit for you?

This free forklift training in South Yorkshire is funded by the SYMCA Adult Skills Fund for eligible residents. To join, you must:

• Live in South Yorkshire (Doncaster, Barnsley, Sheffield, or Rotherham).
• Be aged 19+ (no upper limit).
• Meet ONE of these:
• Unemployed and receiving benefits, Economically inactive (e.g., caring responsibilities, health reasons) or Employed but earning below £24,570 before deductions, annually.
• Have the right to work and study in the UK.
• Commit to the 12-week warehousing and storage programme.

Forklift & Warehousing Training Course

Key Details

Delivery Method

Online + Local test centre

Duration

12 Weeks

Includes

- RTITB Counterbalance or Reach FLT Licence

Are you ready to begin your logistics and warehousing career in South Yorkshire?

Join South Yorkshire’s growing warehousing sector with free forklift training in South Yorkshire and a guaranteed path to employment.