Recycling Operative / Telehandler Driver Leeds LS11

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK in Leeds (Beeston LS11) is seeking a Recycling Operative / Telehandler Driver for a temporary role. You will operate a Telehandler, move materials and support site tasks on an afternoon shift from 3:30pm to midnight, Monday to Friday.

A valid Telehandler certificate is essential and a full UK driving licence is required. The job emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork within a busy waste operation.

Qualifications

• Valid Telehandler qualification/licence.
• Previous Telehandler experience.
• Experience in waste management/recycling is desirable.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work in fast-paced environment.
• Full UK driving licence (Category B) essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Telehandler to support waste and recycling site operations.
• Load, move, and transport materials safely.
• Assist with general site duties as needed.
• Work with operations team to ensure site efficiency.
• Follow health and safety procedures and site regulations.

Skills

Telehandler operation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Reliability

Driving licence

Job description

Manpower UK seeks a Recycling Operative / Telehandler Driver for its Leeds LS11 site in Beeston. This temporary role pays £15.10 hourly, rising to £30.20 for overtime, and runs Monday to Friday on an afternoon shift from 3:30pm to midnight. You will operate a telehandler to move materials, load vehicles, and support general site tasks. A valid telehandler certificate is essential, alongside a strong commitment to safety procedures. The position suits someone reliable who works well within a busy waste operation. Prior experience in recycling or a similar setting is advantageous.

Location

Location: Beeston, Leeds (LS11)

Shift and Hours

Shift: Afternoon Shift

Hours: Monday to Friday, 3:30pm to 12:00am (midnight)

Role

• Operating a Telehandler to support waste and recycling site operations
• Loading, moving, and transporting materials safely around the site
• Assisting with general site duties when required
• Working closely with the operations team to ensure site efficiency
• Following all health and safety procedures and site regulations

Requirements

• Valid Telehandler qualification/licence (in-house or external certificates accepted)
• Previous experience operating a Telehandler
• Experience working within waste management, recycling, or similar industrial environments is highly desirable
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence (Category B) - essential