Telehandler

Randstad CPE; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is seeking a Telehandler Operator in Morpeth. You'll support a civil engineering project by moving materials, assisting groundworkers, and ensuring site logistics. Requirements include a valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket, experience on civil sites, and reliability for an early start. This ongoing role offers a rate of £22.00 per hour and requires local candidates or those able to commute promptly.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket (A17D or equivalent).
• Proven experience working on civil engineering or infrastructure sites.
• Local to Morpeth or able to commute reliably for an 07:30 start.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading deliveries and distributing materials across the site.
• Assisting groundworkers by moving equipment and materials to specific work areas.
• Executing lifts using chains or slings for drainage and structural components.
• Performing daily vehicle safety checks and maintaining a clean machine.

Skills

Material Handling

Groundwork Support

Execution of Suspended Loads

Education

CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket

Safety Critical Medical certificate

Job description

Telehandler - Morpeth

Civil Engineering / Groundworks Support

Location: Morpeth, Northumberland

Rate: £22.00 per hour (CIS)

Start Date: End of January

Duration: Ongoing (Approx. 4-5 Months)

The Role:

We are looking for a highly competent and safety-conscious Telehandler Operator to support a civil engineering project in the Morpeth area. You will be responsible for the safe movement of materials across a busy site, supporting groundworks gangs, and ensuring the efficient logistics of the project.

As this is a civils environment, the role involves more than just moving pallets; you will be expected to assist with precise placements near excavations and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Loading and unloading deliveries and distributing materials (pipes, kerbs, rebar, shuttering) across the site.

• Groundwork Support: Assisting groundworkers by moving equipment and materials to specific work areas on rough or uneven terrain.

• Suspended Loads: Executing lifts using chains or slings (where qualified) for drainage and structural components.

• Maintenance: Performing daily vehicle safety checks and maintaining a clean, operational machine.

Requirements

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket (A17D or equivalent).

• Essential: CPCS/NPORS must carry the CSCS Logo.

• Preferred: A17E endorsement for Suspended Loads.

• Valid Safety Critical Medical certificate.

• Proven experience working on civil engineering or infrastructure sites.

• Local to Morpeth or able to commute reliably for an 07:30 start.

To Apply

If you are a reliable Telehandler Operator looking for a solid run of work in the North East, please send your CV and copies of your tickets.

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.

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