Established 2014
Experienced plant training provider working with operators and businesses.
Talk to our team
Book NPORS plant training, operator testing or NVQ assessments.
Contact Vally Plant Training to discuss novice courses, Experienced Worker Tests, refresher training, workforce training and Plant Operations NVQ assessments. Call us on 01684 297167 or 0800 689 1793, email info@vallyplanttraining.co.uk or use the enquiry form below. Train at our Tewkesbury centre or arrange suitable on-site training across the UK.
NPORS Accredited
Recognised NPORS plant operator training and testing across multiple categories.
CITB TPN Member
CITB Training Provider Network Member supporting eligible employer training requirements.
Centre or On-Site
Train at our Tewkesbury centre or at suitable customer sites across the UK.
Tell us what training you need
Looking for plant operator training, NPORS testing or an NVQ assessment? Contact Vally Plant Training today. Whether you’re an individual looking to gain your first operator card or an employer arranging training for your workforce, our team can help you find the right route and provide a clear quotation. Training is available at our Tewkesbury centre or on suitable customer sites across the UK.
For the quickest and most accurate quotation, please include:
- The plant machine or course required
- Number of candidates
- Each candidate’s experience level
- Any current NPORS, CPCS or other recognised cards
- Whether you require novice training, an Experienced Worker Test, refresher training or NVQ assessment
- Training location or site postcode
- Preferred dates
- Whether suitable machinery is available at your workplace
You do not need to know the exact course before contacting us. Tell us what machine you operate, your experience and what you are trying to achieve, and we can discuss the appropriate training or assessment route.
Our team is happy to discuss your training needs and advise on the most suitable course or testing route for you or your workforce.
Booking plant training
Contact & booking questions
Answers to common questions about booking plant training, operator testing and NVQ assessments with Vally Plant Training.
What is the What Three Words address for your training centre?
Our What Three Words location is ///doghouse.snack.cupboards.
What information should I provide when requesting a plant training quote?
Tell us the machine or course required, number of candidates, each candidate’s experience level, existing cards or certificates, preferred dates and where the training is required.
For on-site bookings, include the site postcode and details of the machinery available.
Do I need to know which NPORS course I require before contacting you?
No.
Tell us what machine you operate, how much genuine experience you have and what you are trying to achieve.
We can then discuss whether novice training, an Experienced Worker Test, refresher training or another route is appropriate.
Can individuals book plant training directly?
Yes.
Individuals can contact Vally Plant Training directly about suitable training and testing.
Centre-based training is available for selected categories at our Tewkesbury training centre, while some specialist courses are delivered at customer workplaces.
Can businesses arrange plant training for several employees?
Yes.
We work with employers who need several operators trained or tested.
Visit our business training page for workforce training, multiple plant categories and suitable on-site delivery.
Can you provide plant operator training at our site?
Yes, for suitable courses and workplaces.
The customer must normally provide appropriate machinery, required documentation and a safe practical training area.
Where is your Tewkesbury plant training centre?
Our training centre is at Newton Farm Business Park, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 7BE.
It is close to Junction 9 of the M5 and approximately five minutes’ walk from Ashchurch for Tewkesbury railway station.
Can I contact you about a Plant Operations NVQ?
Yes.
Tell us which plant category or occupation you require the NVQ for, your current operator card and where you are working.
See our Plant Operations NVQ assessment routes for more information.
Do you offer novice, experienced and refresher plant training?
Yes, depending on the machine and candidate.
Novice training is for operators who need structured instruction, Experienced Worker Tests assess suitable existing operators, and refresher training is intended for previously trained candidates who need to update their skills and knowledge.
How quickly will you respond to my training enquiry?
Our office is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 16:00.
Providing complete information about the machine, candidate numbers, experience, postcode and preferred dates helps us deal with your enquiry efficiently.
What is the quickest way to contact Vally Plant Training?
Call our office on 01684 297167 during office hours.
You can also email info@vallyplanttraining.co.uk or complete the enquiry form on this page.
Accredited courses
Our courses are accredited by NPORS, meeting industry safety standards.
Expert instructors
Learn from experienced plant machinery instructors with practical site experience.
Flexible on-site training
We can deliver training on your own site in Gloucestershire and UK-wide to match your schedule.