Tele Handler Operative

Accelerated People Management; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelerated People Management Ltd is seeking an experienced Contract Telehandler Driver for a solar/renewables project in Newcastle. The role involves safely operating a telehandler on site to lift and load solar panels to the first-floor level, supporting the installation team.

Applicants must hold valid telehandler tickets/certification and have on-site telehandler experience, with a strong focus on health and safety. This contract position offers hourly pay of £20–£22.

Qualifications

• Valid telehandler tickets or certification.
• Experience operating a telehandler on site.
• Strong understanding of site health and safety requirements.
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Operating a telehandler safely and efficiently on site.
• Lifting and loading solar panels to first-floor level.
• Supporting the site team with material handling and deliveries.
• Following site health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Telehandler tickets

Site experience

Health & safety

Safety-focused

Job description

Contract Telehandler Driver

Newcastle

£20–£22 per hour + Contract + Solar / Renewables Project

Are you an experienced Telehandler Driver looking for your next contract opportunity within the renewables sector? Our client is looking for a reliable and safety-conscious operator to support a solar installation project, offering an opportunity to work on site loading solar panels to first-floor level.

As a Contract Telehandler Driver, you’ll play an important role in supporting site operations, safely operating a telehandler to lift and load solar panels to the required level. Working alongside the wider site team, you’ll help ensure materials are moved efficiently and safely to keep installation work progressing.

Responsibilities

• Operating a telehandler safely and efficiently on site


• Lifting and loading solar panels to first-floor level


• Supporting the site team with material handling and deliveries


• Following site health and safety procedures at all times

The successful Telehandler Driver should have:

• Valid and relevant telehandler tickets / certification


• Previous experience operating a telehandler on site


• A strong understanding of site health and safety requirements


• A reliable, professional and safety-focused approach to work

Keywords: Telehandler Driver, Telehandler Operator, Telescopic Handler, Telescopic Forklift Operator, CPCS, NPORS, Plant Operator, Construction Plant, Solar, Solar Panels, Solar Farm, Renewables, Renewable Energy, Material Handling, Site Operations, Construction, Contract, Temporary, First-Floor Loading.

Accelerated People Management Ltd can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.

We will endeavour to respond to all applicants; however, due to the sheer volume of responses, we can only guarantee that candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.