Telehandler

Precision; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Telehandler to operate a telescopic handler and ensure material management on their construction sites. Responsibilities include compliance with health and safety regulations, daily equipment inspections, and effective storage and distribution of materials. Ideal candidates should hold a CPCS Card for telescopic handlers and have a full UK driving licence. This role offers competitive pay, a bonus, and extensive leave benefits.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Annual bonus

Up to 39 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Trained Plant Operator CPCS Card for telescopic handlers.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Experience as a Telehandler Operator or tradesperson needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a telescopic handler to move materials on site.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Inspect telehandler and report defects daily.
• Store and distribute materials safely.

Skills

Integrity

Caring

Quality

Telehandler operation

Health and safety compliance

Education

GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent

CPCS Card – Telescopic Handlers

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Telehandler to join our team within Vistry North Midlands, at our site in Fairham, Nottingham. As our Telehandler, you will operate a telescopic handler to move materials around a construction site. You are responsible for loading, unloading, and stacking materials, ensuring safe and efficient operation of the machine. We value in‑person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Responsibilities

• Ensure site operates in line with health and safety requirements, reporting and addressing breaches.
• Inspect the telehandler daily/weekly, notifying the Site Manager of any defects.
• Erect and maintain safety signage and monitor traffic/pedestrian segregation.
• Secure hazards at the end of the day and review weekly "Ardent" alerts with the Site team.
• Receive, store, secure, and distribute materials using the telehandler, reporting any loss or damage.
• Check material deliveries according to site requirements and ensure proper storage.
• Maintain site tidiness, organise storage areas, and ensure compliance with housekeeping policies.
• Distribute and collect tipping skips as needed.

Qualifications

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality.
• Trained Plant Operator CPCS Card – Telescopic Handlers of all sizes, Exec 360 Slew, Category A17 Endorsement C.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience as a Materials Controller, Telehandler Operator or tradesperson.
• Desirable: Maths and English GCSE or equivalent.
• Desirable: Category A17E Endorsement (Suspended Loads).
• Desirable: One or more of the following trades – Carpentry, Bricklaying, Dry lining, Plastering, Painting and decorating.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays; increasing to up to 39 days with service.
• Two volunteering days per annum.
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice.
• Life assurance at 4× your annual salary.
• Share save and share incentive schemes.
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits.