Discover the Benefits of Hiring an Apprentice for Your Business

The UKMHA apprenticeship scheme aims to help both UKMHA members and non-members develop their own future talent. Having the right people for the job is of paramount importance and that’s why hiring an apprentice is a fantastic way for you to recruit, train and retain future talented individuals.

Through our partnership with Stephenson College, we provide an apprenticeship scheme that is tailored to the specific needs of the UK’s material handling industry. Ultimately, this will attract the right people, with outstanding skill sets, to help future-proof your business.

Advantages of our scheme include:

  • A focus on best practice within our industry to ensure your workforce is trained to the highest standards
  • Apprentices gain the relevant skills to support their career
  • A scheme that is approved by the UKMHA, which is recognised as the voice of the UK material handling industry
  • Training is provided by Stephenson College, the leading college in delivering material handling apprenticeships

For more information, you can download our comprehensive Guide to Apprenticeships document here:

Apprentices can deliver a vast array of additional benefits to your business, such as:

Save time

Save on recruitment costs and time

Government funding

Government funding scheme available for apprentice training costs

Developed Skills

The skills developed will add value to the business

Future Managers

Bridge any skills gaps and find future managers and leaders from within

Improved business

Improved business productivity through the development of highly skilled staff

Staff retention

Enjoy higher staff retention and morale

Seeking Exceptional Talent? Post Your Opportunities Here!

Is your business looking to develop new talent in the material handling sector? Submit your apprenticeship and entry-level openings here to connect with the sector’s brightest and best young people. We encourage you to share roles that will nurture the skills of young professionals and support their career development.

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Next Steps

We’re here to answer your questions, and help you make the right decision and help you find the right apprentice for your business.

To find out more about how our apprenticeship programme can support you in achieving your recruitment goals, please contact:

Paul Dancer
Director of Commercial Curriculum
[email protected]

Debbie Keegan
Director of Employer Engagement
[email protected]

Apprenticeship Team
Director of Employer Engagement
Use the form below
T: 01530 836136 | Ext: 274

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Useful websites for further information

Employing an apprentice (gov.uk)
Apprenticeship resources for schools, teachers, parents (amazingapprenticeships.com)
Apprenticeships (smbcollegegroup.ac.uk)

Through Stephenson College, UKMHA also offer a range Technician Development Programmes – please contact Paul Dancer for further detail: [email protected]

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