Telehandler

Randstad CPE; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency in Leeds is looking for a certified Telehandler Driver for a short-term contract in Bradford City Centre. The role requires safe operation of the Telehandler, with responsibilities including loading materials and performing daily safety checks. Essential qualifications include a valid CPCS or NPORS certification, a CSCS Card, and a UK driving licence. Candidates must ensure reliability and adherence to health and safety guidelines. This is a full-time opportunity with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS or NPORS certification is mandatory.
• Experience operating Telehandler in tight commercial spaces.
• Must supply and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

• Operate Telehandler for transporting materials.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles securely.
• Perform daily safety checks and report faults.
• Collaborate with Site Management for schedules.
• Adhere to Health & Safety guidelines.

Skills

Telehandler operation

Reliability

Punctuality

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

CPCS or NPORS telehandler certification

CSCS Card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Are you a certified and experienced Telehandler Driver available for an immediate short-term contract? We require a reliable operator for a busy commercial construction project located right in Bradford City Centre.

The Role

• Safe operation of the Telehandler, transporting and positioning large volumes of materials (e.g., steel, timber, plant) across the site.
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles promptly and securely, managing incoming and outgoing site traffic.
• Performing mandatory daily pre-start safety checks on the machine and reporting any faults immediately.
• Working closely with the Site Management team to adhere to strict delivery and lifting schedules in a busy urban area.
• Strict adherence to all site Health & Safety guidelines and lifting procedures.

Essential Requirements

• A valid CPCS or NPORS telehandler certification is mandatory.
• A valid CSCS Card is essential for site access.
• Proven experience operating a Telescopic Handler on a commercial or city centre site, where space management is critical.
• High level of reliability and punctuality for the specified contract duration.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Must supply and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

How to Apply

If you are available immediately for this short-term role in Bradford City Centre and hold the required certification, please submit your CV or a brief summary of your qualifications and contact details.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Info

• Job Title:
• Company:
• Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
• Posted:
• Closes: Jan 3rd 2026
• Sector: Construction
• Contract: Contract
• Hours: Full Time