Our History
Since its inception in 1999, Australia Wide Forklift Training Centre (AWFTC) has been Victoria’s trusted provider of High-Risk Work licences for warehousing and construction equipment operations. With over 25 years of experience, we’ve built our reputation on delivering comprehensive, practical training that prioritises safety and competency.
AWFTC is fully accredited by WorkSafe Victoria and operates as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), enabling us to provide nationally recognised Statements of Attainment alongside your licence. Our training programs cover the full spectrum of high-risk work equipment, including forklifts, elevated work platforms (EWP), boom lifts, scissor lifts, and order picking equipment.
Throughout our journey, we’ve trained thousands of operators across Victoria, helping businesses maintain safe workplaces whilst ensuring their staff hold the proper qualifications to operate complex machinery. Our Melbourne-based facility at Tullamarine has become synonymous with quality training, practical assessments, and ongoing support for both individual learners and corporate clients.
In 2006, recognising the growing demand for professional driver training, we expanded our operations to include heavy vehicle licence training under our Advanced Heavy Vehicle Driver Training Centre (AHVDTC) brand, creating a comprehensive transport and logistics training hub.
A New Chapter with Stay Upright
In September 2025, AWFTC and AHVDTC proudly joined the Stay Upright family, marking an exciting new phase in our journey. Stay Upright Pty Ltd, established in 1981, is Australia’s largest motorcycle training provider with operations across Queensland, NSW, Victoria, ACT and Tasmania, training over 50,000 riders annually across 29 locations.
This strategic union combines our 26 years of specialised heavy vehicle and high-risk work training expertise with Stay Upright’s proven track record of delivering exceptional safety training across the nation. Together, we represent a powerhouse of transport and workplace safety education, united by our shared commitment to reducing workplace accidents and creating safer roads and work environments.
Our Commitment to Excellence
As part of the Stay Upright family, we continue to uphold the highest training standards whilst benefiting from enhanced resources, expanded course offerings, and the backing of Australia’s most trusted name in safety training. Our students can expect the same personalised attention and practical focus that has defined AWFTC for over two decades, now supported by the innovation and operational excellence that Stay Upright brings to every aspect of safety education.
Whether you’re seeking your first high-risk work licence or looking to upskill your team, our experienced instructors and comprehensive facilities ensure you receive training that not only meets regulatory requirements but genuinely prepares you for safe, confident equipment operation in real-world conditions.
