Telehandler Operator

VVB Engineering; Acton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries with yearly appraisals

Travel expenses covered

Perkbox membership

Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance

Generous pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

VVB Engineering is looking for a Telehandler Operator to join the team working on the HS2 project in Acton, England. The role involves safe operation of telehandlers and forklifts, material handling, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates must possess CPCS A17 and A16 qualifications. Join a collaborative environment and be part of a high-profile project with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• CPCS A17 (Telehandler) qualification required.
• CPCS A16 (Industrial Forklift Truck) qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate telehandlers and forklifts safely in accordance with CPCS standards.
• Carry out loading, unloading, transportation, and distribution of materials.
• Support warehouse movements and deliveries.
• Complete daily checks and report defects.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Job description

About The Anthro JV

The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering provides comprehensive turn‑key services for London’s state‑of‑the‑art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi‑year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical, Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.

Why Join VVB

• Competitive salaries with yearly appraisals
• Travel expenses covered for assignments outside your base location
• Perkbox membership for 24/7 access to perks, benefits, discounts, and wellbeing tools
• Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance schemes provided by leading providers
• Generous pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (including a Christmas shutdown)

About The Role

The Telehandler Operator will be responsible for safe and efficient operation of the site telehandler across the HS2 Old Oak Common Project. This includes handling materials, supporting logistics operations, assisting lifting activities, and ensuring the plant is operated in compliance with HS2 rules, site procedures, and all relevant plant operating legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate telehandlers and forklifts safely in accordance with CPCS standards.
• Carry out loading, unloading, transportation, and distribution of materials across site.
• Support warehouse movements, module positioning, and inbound/outbound deliveries.
• Complete daily checks, pre‑use inspections, and report plant defects immediately.
• Ensure compliance with PUWER, HS2 plant standards, and site traffic rules.
• Maintain exclusion zones and follow all plant operator safety protocols.
• Liaise with logistics supervisors, slingers, banksmen, and site teams for coordinated movements.
• Respond quickly and professionally to material movement requests.
• Maintain radio communication and follow instructions accurately.
• Assist with module handling, warehouse operations, and external storage logistics.
• Support lifting operations where telehandler use is required (jibs, forks, attachments).
• Assist with general site logistics when plant is not in operation.
• Maintain plant cleanliness and ensure machine is secured at end of shift.
• Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Ensure fuel, battery charging, and safe parking procedures are followed.

Essential

• CPCS A17 (Telehandler) qualification
• CPCS A16 (Industrial Forklift Truck) qualification

Why Join Anthro?

• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• The chance to work on a high‑profile, state‑of‑the‑art project.
• Career development and opportunities to grow with the business.