Telehandler

Randstad Construction and Property; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Telehandler Operator for a major energy infrastructure project on the Isle of Skye. This long-term role requires proven experience in operating rough-terrain telehandlers in challenging environments. The position involves material handling, ensuring safety, and collaboration with construction teams. With a competitive rate of £21.67 per hour and accommodation covered, it offers a structured 11 days on, 3 days off rotation starting February 2026.

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket required.
• Valid CSCS Card required.
• Proven experience operating rough-terrain telehandlers on large civil engineering sites.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and distribute materials across a challenging site.
• Operate the telehandler safely on uneven and elevated ground.
• Collaborate with groundworkers for precise load placement.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects.

Skills

Operating rough-terrain telehandler

Material handling

Collaborating with construction teams

Job description

Telehandler Operator (Rough Terrain) Required: Major Energy Infrastructure (Isle of Skye)

The Project

Multi-million Overhead Line Installation (Tier 1 Contractor / Specialist Subcontractor)

Location

Isle of Skye, Scotland (Accommodation Paid)

Rate

£21.67 per hour (CIS)

Rota

11 days on, 3 days off

Start Date

February 2026

Duration

Long-Term Ongoing Contract (Expected 2-3 Years)

The Role

We are urgently recruiting an expert, safe, and reliable Telehandler Operator to join a critical, long-term energy infrastructure project on the Isle of Skye. The role involves continuous material handling and distribution, ensuring concrete pads and utility runs are supplied with necessary resources.

This position demands proficiency in operating machines safely on uneven, rough, and elevated ground.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Distribution: Loading, unloading, and distributing materials, equipment, and plant components across a challenging, mountainous site.
• Safe Operation: Operating the telehandler strictly within its operational limits, particularly when working on slopes or confined areas.
• Ground Support: Working closely with groundworkers and slinger/signallers to ensure precise and safe placement of loads near trenches and foundation pads.
• Maintenance Checks: Performing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects promptly.

Requirements

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket (required).
• Valid CSCS Card (required).
• Essential: Proven, recent experience operating a rough‑terrain telehandler (e.g., roto, telescopic handlers) on large civil engineering sites, ideally in mountainous or wind farm environments.
• Must be able to commit to the structured 11‑on, 3‑off rotation starting in February.

TO APPLY

If you are a high‑level Telehandler Operator with rough terrain experience seeking a secure, highly‑paid role on a landmark infrastructure project, please send your CV and copies of your tickets to Randstad.

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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