Telehandler

Randstad Construction and Property; Hessle; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property seeks an experienced Telehandler Driver for holiday cover on a fast-paced new build housing development in Hull. This short-term contract offers opportunities to work with an established housebuilder, keeping site logistics moving safely while the permanent driver is away.

You will unload deliveries, assist trades with lifts, perform pre-checks, and maintain logs under the Site Manager.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Telescopic Handler card (Essential).
• Experience operating a Telehandler on new build housing sites.
• Full PPE including hard hat, hi-vis jacket/vest and steel toe cap boots.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Commitment to site health and safety procedures, especially pedestrian segregation on live plots.
• Excellent communication, reliability and a proactive attitude.
• Based in or commutable to Hull.

Responsibilities

• Operating a telescopic handler safely and efficiently across a busy residential build.
• Unloading delivery vehicles and distributing materials across plots.
• Assisting sub-contractors and site trades with scheduled and ad-hoc lifts.
• Carrying out daily pre-checks, maintaining basic plant logs, and keeping the machine clean and secure.
• Working with the Site Manager to keep daily tasks on schedule.
• Stepping off the machine to assist with site housekeeping and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Telehandler operation

Site safety

Driving licence

Communication

Hull commutable

Tools

CPCS/NPORS Card

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Telehandler Driver to provide holiday cover on a fast-paced new build housing development in Hull.

This is a great short-term contract for a reliable operator looking to pick up extra hours and work alongside an established housebuilder. You will play a key role in keeping site logistics moving safely and smoothly while the permanent driver is away.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a telescopic handler safely and efficiently across a busy residential build.
• Unloading delivery vehicles and distributing materials (bricks, blocks, timber, roof trusses) across various plots.
• Assisting sub-contractors and site trades with scheduled and ad-hoc lifts.
• Carrying out daily pre-checks, maintaining basic plant logs, and ensuring the machine is kept clean and secure.
• Working closely with the Site Manager to keep daily tasks on schedule.
• Stepping off the machine when required to assist with general site housekeeping and ensure a safe, organised working environment.

What We Are Looking For

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Card with Telescopic Handler category (Essential).
• Solid experience operating a Telehandler on new build housing sites.
• Full PPE (Hard hat, high-vis jacket/vest, steel toe cap boots).
• Valid UK Driving Licence.
• Strong commitment to site health and safety procedures, particularly regarding pedestrian segregation on live plots.
• Excellent communication skills, reliability, and a proactive attitude.
• Based in or easily commutable to Hull.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.