trainer759:

Your RTITB registration and accreditation is a plus but is not recognized by New Zealand as it has its own Codes of Approved Practice.

With your background and experience you should be able to easily adapt to the New Zealand training and assessment requirements.

Google: osh.govt.nz publications subject list

Click on: Forklift/Machinery

Click on and download the following PDF files:

Forklift Operator and Instructor Training NZ

Approved Code of Practice for Training Operators and Instructors of Powered Industrial Lift Trucks (Forklifts)

# Fork-Lift Truck Operators Safety Code

* Part 1: Front Loading Forklift Trucks
* Part 2: Order Pickers
* Part 3: Side Loaders
* Part 4: Straddle Trucks

I would also recommend you click on: Drafts

Click on: Approved Code of Practice for Training Instructors and Operators of Powered Industrial Lift Trucks (Forklifts) Part 1. (This draft has not yet been approved but offers additional information that you should become familiar with.)

You should find good opportunity as an instructor with a large employer, with a recognized training company, or as an independent trainer once you learn and meet the New Zealand requirements.

Contact your nearest New Zealand Department of Labour Health and Safety Office for any questions you may have.