Telehandler Operative

Manpower UK; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay (1.5x)

Training and development

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Direct permanent position potential

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking a Telehandler / 360 JCB Operator for a permanent role at Wath-upon-Dearne, South Yorkshire. You will operate telehandler and 360 JCB within a recycling facility, with training on additional machinery provided.

Competitive rate £15.20 per hour with overtime, Saturday and Sunday enhancements, and temp-to-perm potential. Applicants should hold relevant tickets and demonstrate safe plant operation.

Qualifications

• Applicants should hold relevant tickets and demonstrate competence in safe plant operation.
• Experience operating a Telehandler and/or 360 JCB is required.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate Telehandler and/or 360 JCB machinery.
• Load and move materials around the site.
• Work inside the processing plant and in external yard areas.
• Support recycling and waste management operations.
• Carry out daily equipment checks and follow health and safety procedures.
• Training and operating additional machinery as required.

Skills

Telehandler experience

360 JCB operation

Education

Telehandler licence (valid)

Job description

Telehandler / 360 JCB Operator

Manpower UK seeks a Telehandler Operative for a permanent post in South Yorkshire. Based at Wath West Industrial Estate, Wath-upon-Dearne, the role carries a rate of up to £15.20 hourly, with overtime paid at time and a half, Saturdays likewise, and double time on Sundays. Duties involve operating a telehandler and 360 JCB within a recycling facility, working both indoors in the plant and outdoors across yard areas. Training on further machinery is provided. Applicants should hold relevant tickets and demonstrate competence in safe plant operation. Standard weekly hours apply, with additional shifts available. This position suits someone reliable, safety-conscious and keen to develop skills within a growing site.

Telehandler / 360 JCB Operator Location: Wath West Industrial Estate, Wath-upon-Dearne, West Yorkshire, S63

Pay Rate: £15.20 per hour

Overtime Rates: Time and a half after standard hours, Saturdays paid at time and a half, Sundays paid at double time

Working Hours

Initial Training Period: Monday to Friday 11:00am to 6:00pm

From December onwards (Fixed Shift Pattern): Candidates will move onto one of the following permanent shifts:

• Morning Shift: 7:00am to 3:30pm


• Afternoon Shift: 3:30pm to Midnight


• Night Shift: Midnight to 7:00am

Duties Include:

• Operating Telehandler and/or 360 JCB machinery


• Loading and moving materials around the site


• Working both inside the processing plant and in external yard areas


• Supporting recycling and waste management operations


• Carrying out daily equipment checks


• Following all health and safety procedures


• Training and operating additional machinery as required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience operating a Telehandler and/or 360 JCB


• Valid licence preferred, however candidates with expired licences and relevant experience are encouraged to apply


• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions


• Reliable, hardworking and safety-conscious


• Keen to learn and train on additional equipment

What''s On Offer

• Competitive pay rate of £15.20 per hour


• Excellent overtime opportunities


• Ongoing training and development


• Temp-to-perm opportunity


• Potential for a direct permanent position


• Long-term career prospects within a growing recycling business

Note: Due to the nature of this role and the site''s health and safety requirements, all successful candidates must pass a drug and alcohol test before starting employment. The company operates a zero-tolerance policy towards drugs and alcohol. As part of ongoing compliance and safety procedures, candidates must also agree to random drug and alcohol testing throughout their employment. Candidates who are unable or unwilling to comply with this requirement will not be considered for the position. This is an essential requirement of the role and helps maintain a safe working environment for all employees.