Forklift Truck Driver

Gleeson Homes; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Telehandler to ensure efficient transportation of materials on site. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with health and safety policies, assisting subcontractors, and performing general site labor when necessary. Applicants should have experience in telehandler operation and a strong understanding of site safety protocols. This role demands effective communication and a proactive approach to site management tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a telehandler.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations on construction sites.
• Ability to communicate effectively with subcontractors and site management.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials safely to the workplace.
• Ensure subcontractor needs are met efficiently.
• Report equipment issues and ensure proper servicing.

Job description

Job Introduction

As Telehandler you will be responsible for ensuring that all materials, either stored in the site compounds or designated area, are transported to the workplace, in accordance with site requirements and in a safe and responsible fashion.

Main Responsibilities

• Comply with health and safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Assist in ensuring that the correct materials are provided at the right time to the right workplace in a safe and efficient manner.
• Responsible for ensuring that the needs of the sub-contractors are handled efficiently. Regularly liaising with the Site Manager to confirm the work demands are met.
• Ensure that the plant under your control is properly serviced. Reporting to the Site Manager any repairs, breakdowns, incidents or deficiencies in the plant used.
• In the event the truck may not be required or breakdowns occur you will act as a General Site Labourer responding to the requirements of the Site Manager to undertake various duties for the benefit of the development.
• Report to the Site Manager any careless use of company materials by sub-contractors and any failure of sub-contractors to wear hard hats or act responsibly regarding other basic health & safety requirements.

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