Telehandler

Fawkes & Reece Group; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group on a Civil Engineering and Infrastructure site require a Telehandler operator. Carry out material movement, load handling, and pallet stacking while ensuring loads are secure.

You will perform daily checks, maintain equipment, and work closely with the site team. CPCS/NPORS/CSCS certification and a strong safety mindset are essential for the role.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a telehandler on construction sites.
• Strong commitment to on-site health and safety.
• Reliable and punctual with good communication in a team.

Responsibilities

• Obtain copies of production schedule daily and transport materials to and from designated areas on site.
• Load and unload goods from vehicles such as trucks.
• Move goods packed on pallets or in crates.
• Check loads are secure before movement.
• Stack empty pallets when required.
• Perform daily equipment checks and maintenance tasks on telehandler.

Skills

Telehandler operation

Health & safety awareness

Punctual & reliable

Education

CPCS or NPORS/CSCS certification

Job description

Reference: telescopicsouth_1790844876
Posted: October 1, 2026

Fawkes & Reece contact: Chloe (Southampton Office)

The company:

A well established regional contractor who specialises in Civil Engineering and Infrastructure.

The role:

As the Telehandler on site, you will be responsible for the following:

• Obtain copies of production schedule daily and transport materials to and from designated areas on site.
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks
• Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates.
• Checking loads are secure.
• Stacking empty pallets
• Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck's battery and lubricating equipment.
• Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines

About you:

Ideally you will have previous working experience in a Telehandler position

You will be conscious of health and safety on site and will be weary of others who are working alongside of you.

You will arrive on time, finish your shift at the times allocated by the site manager and complete additional duties as and when the site manager requires.

To be successful in your application for this role you will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

• Previous experience in a Telehandler
• You will have a CPCS or NPORS/CSCS
• Strong work ethic in a team
• Be approachable and happy to work as a point of contact when working in a standalone position.