Telehandler Operative

Manpower UK; West Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm

Direct permanent role

Overtime opportunities

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Telehandler / 360 JCB Operator for a busy recycling site in West Yorkshire. The role involves operating machinery both inside the plant and outdoors in the yard, with training on extra equipment and a path toward permanent contracts for the right candidate.

The position offers training, overtime, and a chance to progress within a growing business. Initial hours are training then fixed later shifts, with a strong commitment to health and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a Telehandler and/or 360 JCB.
• Valid licence preferred; expired licences with experience encouraged to apply.
• Comfortable indoors and outdoors in all weather.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and keen to train further.

Responsibilities

• Operate Telehandler and/or 360 JCB machinery on site.
• Load and move materials around the site.
• Work inside the processing plant and in yard areas.
• Assist recycling and waste management operations and checks.
• Carry out daily equipment checks and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Telehandler operation

360 JCB operation

Job description

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

Telehandler / 360 JCB Operator Required

We are currently recruiting for a Telehandler / 360 JCB Operator to join a busy and growing recycling facility in Wath-upon-Dearne. This is an excellent opportunity offering either a temporary to permanent position or the possibility of a direct permanent contract for the right candidate.

This is a varied role that will involve operating machinery both inside the recycling plant and outdoors in the yard areas. Successful candidates will also receive training on additional equipment and machinery, allowing you to develop your skills and progress within the business.

Working Hours

Initial Training Period:

• Monday to Friday
• 11:00am to 6:00pm

From December onwards (Fixed Shift Pattern):

• 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

If you have Telehandler or 360 JCB experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent earning potential and career progression.

Please 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.

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.