Telehandler

Persimmon Homes; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Life Cover & Pension

Employee Benefits Platform

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Persimmon Homes is seeking a Telehandler for an initial assignment in Doncaster, DN3. The role reports to the Site Manager and involves day-to-day activities on a regional development site.

Requirements include a full UK driving licence, CSCS/CPCS/NPORS card, and experience operating a telescopic forklift. First Aid at Work is preferred but not essential; a team-oriented, deadline-driven approach is desired.

Qualifications

• Must have a full and current UK Driving Licence.
• CSCS, CPCS or NPORS card prior to commencing.
• Experience operating a telescopic forklift in a similar environment is essential.
• First Aid at Work certificate is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily and weekly checks of the Telescopic Forklift.
• Ensure Health & Safety is paramount for yourself and others.
• Direct traffic and ensure visiting goods vehicles follow the approved scheme.
• Receive deliveries, sign for items, check, receipt, stack and store materials.
• Secure the site at the end of the day.
• Keep roads clean and clear of mud/debris.
• Complete tasks under the direction of the Site Manager.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Teamwork

Health & Safety focus

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

CSCS/CPCS/NPORS card

First Aid at Work (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Telehandler

Location: Doncaster, DN3 (Initial Assignment)

Looking for a career where your ambition meets real opportunity?

Job Title: Telehandler

Location: Doncaster, DN3 (Initial Assignment)

Looking for a career where your ambition meets real opportunity? Join Persimmon Homes as Telehandler and step into a role where your success is celebrated, your growth supported, and your work truly matters.

Why Persimmon Homes?

We’re one of the UK’s largest and most established housebuilders — FTSE 100 listed, with 29 regional offices and thousands of quality homes built every year.

At Persimmon, We Don’t Just Build Homes — We Build Careers. When You Join Us As Telehandler You’ll Benefit From

• Competitive salary
• 5* housebuilder - Be part of a company that consistently delivers quality homes and outstanding customer satisfaction
• Life Cover & Contributory Pension
• Bonus
• Employee Benefits Platform – giving you access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more
• Committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowering your development

What is the role?

As a Telehandler you will report into the Site Manager and will be responsible for dealing with a range of day-to-day activities on a regional development.

What You’ll Do As a Telehandler

• Carrying out daily and weekly checks of the Telescopic Forklift
• Abide by and ensure Health & Safety is paramount in your duties for yourself and others
• Ensure visiting goods vehicles follow approved traffic management scheme
• To take delivery, sign for, check, receipt, stack and storage of materials
• Responsible for the security of the site at the end of the day
• Ensure all roads are kept clean and clear of mud/debris
• Tasks to be completed under the direction of the Site Manager

What experience do I need?

• Must have a full and current UK Driving Licence
• You must have the relevant CSCS, CPCS or NPORS card prior to commencing
• Experience of operating a telescopic forklift within a similar environment is essential
• A valid First Aid at Work certificate would be preferable but not essential (training can be provided)
• The ability to work, thrive on and meet tight deadlines as part of a team