Telehandler

Construction, Property and Engineering; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a skilled Telehandler/Forklift Driver to join a major housing project in Swindon. You will safely unload materials, support trades on site, and manage logistics for a busy residential development on a long-term basis.

The ideal candidate holds a Blue CPCS or NPORS Telescopic Handler ticket with CSCS, a valid CSCS card, and at least 2 years of on-site Telehandler experience. Punctuality and independence are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Valid Blue CPCS or NPORS Telescopic Handler ticket (with CSCS logo).
• Valid Green or Blue CSCS card.
• Minimum 2 years of Telehandler experience on a residential site.
• Punctual, with a strong work ethic and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Safely unloading delivery HGVs and distributing materials to plots for subcontractors.
• Work with bricklayers and carpenters to ensure supplies are available for production.
• Load/unload waste skips and keep the storage yard organized and safe.
• Carry out daily pre-start inspections and report defects to the Site Manager.
• Operate with care in live areas where other trades or residents may be present.

Skills

Telehandler operation

Punctuality

Independent worker

Job description

• Job Title: Telehandler/Telescopic Handler
• Location: Swindon
• Pay: £20.00-£21.00 per hour

We are looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Telehandler/Forklift Driver to join a fast-paced residential project in Swindon. You will be working for a leading housing developer on a major new-build scheme. This is a long-term role for a reliable operator who can integrate well with a busy site team and manage the logistics of a large housing development.

Responsibilities

• Safely unloading delivery HGVs and distributing materials (bricks, blocks, timber, trusses) to specific plots for subcontractors.
• Working closely with bricklayers and carpenters to ensure they have the supplies needed to maintain production.
• Loading and unloading waste skips and keeping the storage yard organized and safe.
• Carrying out daily pre-start machine inspections and reporting any defects immediately to the Site Manager.
• Operating with extreme caution in live areas where other trades and occasionally residents may be present.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Must have a valid Blue CPCS or NPORS (with CSCS logo) Telescopic Handler ticket.
• Valid Green or Blue CSCS card is essential.
• Minimum 2 years of experience operating a Telehandler on a residential/housing site.
• Must be punctual, with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently.

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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