Ian Fisher

Ian Fisher is a seasoned professional in the field of training and development with over 20 years of experience in the lifting operations sector. Currently serving as Head of Training at Ainscough Crane Hire since June 2021, Ian has played a pivotal role in establishing a dedicated training department and was instrumental in creating a New Entrant Mobile Crane Traineeship, which received a Highly Commended award at the CN Awards 2023. Previous roles include Head of Training and Development at The Lifting Academy Limited, Director of Fisher Assessment Services, and Owner of IS Training Ltd, along with significant responsibilities at Ainscough Training Services Ltd, where Ian transformed a training department into the UK's largest independent provider of training for lifting operations. Ian's extensive career also includes roles at various educational and construction organizations, demonstrating a consistent focus on competence assessment and continuous improvement in training standards.