Depot Operative (Telehandler)

Day Group; Wellingborough; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Christmas Bonus

Job summary

Day Group is seeking a Depot Operative (Telehandler Operator) at our Wellingborough depot to safely move materials and support loading/unloading across the site. You will maintain operational areas and assist with general depot duties while upholding a strong safety mindset in a busy environment.

The role requires reliable, flexible individuals with telehandler experience and a proactive approach to safety, housekeeping, and efficient depot operations.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good awareness of health and safety responsibilities.
• Experience operating a telehandler or similar mobile plant.
• Positive and flexible approach to work.
• Experience within the aggregates, recycling, waste management, construction, or industrial sectors.
• Experience working within a depot environment.
• Material handling and loading experience.
• Basic mechanical awareness and fault reporting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate a telehandler safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, and move materials around the depot.
• Support material storage and stock management activities.
• Carry out pre-use inspections and daily equipment checks.
• Assist with depot processing operations and general site activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across operational areas.
• Work alongside depot operatives and site management to support daily operations.
• Follow company health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times.
• Report equipment defects, hazards, and operational concerns promptly.
• Contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the depot.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

H&S awareness

Telehandler experience

Flexibility

Industry experience

Depot experience

Material handling

Mechanical awareness

Job description

Depot Operative (Telehandler), Wellingborough

Role Overview

Competitive

Employment Type

Permanent, full-time

Contracted Hours

12:00-22:00, including 1-hour unpaid break. Monday to Friday

Bonus

Discretionary Annual and Christmas Bonuses

About the Role

Join Day Group as a Depot Operative (Telehandler Operator) at our Wellingborough depot and play a key role in supporting the safe handling, movement, and storage of materials across the site.

Working as part of our operations team, you’ll be responsible for operating a telehandler to move materials, support loading and unloading activities, maintain operational areas, and assist with general depot duties. You’ll help ensure materials are positioned safely and efficiently while supporting the overall productivity of the depot.

This role requires a strong commitment to safety, excellent awareness of your surroundings, and the ability to work effectively in a busy operational environment.

Person Specification

We are looking for a reliable and flexible individual with experience operating telehandlers or similar mobile plant equipment. You’ll be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to maintaining safety, housekeeping, and operational efficiency.

You should be willing to support wider depot activities and contribute wherever required to ensure the site operates effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a telehandler safely and efficiently
• Load, unload, and move materials around the depot
• Support material storage and stock management activities
• Carry out pre-use inspections and daily equipment checks
• Assist with depot processing operations and general site activities
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across operational areas
• Work alongside depot operatives and site management to support daily operations
• Follow company health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times
• Report equipment defects, hazards, and operational concerns promptly
• Contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the depot

Skills and Experience

• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
• Good awareness of health and safety responsibilities
• Experience operating a telehandler or similar mobile plant
• Positive and flexible approach to work
• Experience within the aggregates, recycling, waste management, construction, or industrial sectors
• Experience working within a depot environment
• Material handling and loading experience
• Basic mechanical awareness and fault reporting knowledge

Why Join Day Group?

Day Group is one of the South’s leading suppliers of primary and recycled aggregates, built on a reputation for quality, reliability, and service. We’re proud of the people behind our success and recognise the important role our operational teams play in maintaining safe, efficient, and productive sites.

We actively support learning, progression, and development, providing opportunities to build your skills and develop your career within a well-established and growing business.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Day Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.