TELEHANDLER OPERATOR

H&P; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

H&P is seeking an experienced Telehandler Operator for site-based work in Saudi Arabia. The role requires lifting with a telescopic handler, following lift plans, and coordinating with banksmen to ensure safe operations.

Applicants should have at least 5 years of telehandler experience on rough terrain, strong load-chart knowledge, and strict adherence to HSE procedures. The position involves outdoor site work with PPE required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated telehandler experience in construction/rig-site environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate the telehandler safely to lift, carry, and place materials at height and extended reach.
• Conduct pre-use inspections and report defects immediately.
• Read and apply load charts before every lift.
• Coordinate with banksmen and ground crew using standard signals.
• Follow approved lift plans and escalate to supervision for non-standard lifts.
• Maintain exclusion zones and ensure no personnel are under suspended loads.
• Perform basic operator maintenance and report faults.
• Maintain logs of operating hours and inspections.

Skills

Load charts calculations

Safety compliance

Precise load placement

Equipment inspection

Education

Forklift Aramco Certification

Operator Certification Program

Fire Fighting Level II

HAZCOM

Secondary/high school education or equivalent; vocational training in plant operations

Tools

Telehandler operation

Outriggers/stabilizers usage

Job description

The Telehandler Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a telescopic handler to lift, transport, and place materials, equipment, and loads across the worksite, including rough or uneven terrain. The role requires precise load handling at height and extended reach, strict adherence to lift plans and load charts, and full compliance with site HSE and lifting operation procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the telehandler safely to lift, carry, and place materials (pallets, pipes, equipment, containers, and other loads) at height and extended reach, in accordance with manufacturer specifications and site lift procedures.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of the telehandler (visual, mechanical, and functional checks) and report defects or unsafe conditions immediately; complete daily inspection checklists/logbooks.
• Read and apply load charts correctly, calculating safe working load relative to boom angle, extension, and radius before every lift.
• Assess ground conditions, terrain, and stability requirements before positioning the machine, including use of outriggers/stabilizers where fitted.
• Coordinate with banksmen/signalers, riggers, and ground personnel using standard hand signals or radio communication during lifting operations.
• Follow approved lift plans for non-routine or complex lifts, and elevate to supervision when a lift falls outside standard operating limits.
• Maintain safe exclusion zones and ensure no personnel are positioned under a suspended or raised load.
• Use only certified attachments (forks, buckets, jibs, man-baskets) appropriate to the task, and never exceed rated capacity.
• Carry out basic operator-level maintenance (fluid checks, tire condition, greasing) and report equipment faults for maintenance follow-up.
• Maintain accurate records of operating hours, inspections, and incidents as required by site procedures.
• Comply with all HSE policies, PPE requirements, and permit-to-work procedures relevant to lifting and material handling operations.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and training relevant to telehandler operations.

Certifications and Requirements

• Forklift Aramco Certification
• Operator Certification Program
• Fire Fighting Level II
• HAZCOM
• Man-basket / personnel lifting certification, if the role requires use of a man-basket attachment.
• Secondary/high school education or equivalent; technical/vocational training in plant operations is an

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience operating telehandlers in a construction, industrial, or rig-site environment.
• Experience operating on rough or unpaved terrain and in outdoor/site conditions is required.
• Experience working alongside riggers/banksmen and following formal lift plans is preferred.
• Strong spatial awareness and precision in load placement at height and extended reach.
• Sound understanding of load charts, stability principles, and safe working load calculations.
• High attention to safety, situational awareness, and risk identification.
• Clear communication skills for coordination with ground crew and signalers.
• Ability to remain calm and methodical under time or site pressure.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for pre-use checks and fault reporting.

Working Conditions

• Primarily outdoor, site-based work; exposure to heat, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• Operating on uneven, rough, or unfinished terrain typical of construction or rig sites.
• May require shift work, extended hours, or rotational schedules depending on project needs.
• Use of full PPE at all times as per site HSE requirements.

Working Conditions

• Primarily outdoor, site-based work; exposure to heat, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• Operating on uneven, rough, or unfinished terrain typical of construction or rig sites.
• May require shift work, extended hours, or rotational schedules depending on project needs.
• Use of full PPE at all times as per site HSE requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely mount/dismount the operator cab and work in a seated position for extended periods.
• Good vision (with correction if required) and depth perception for accurate load handling.
• Physically fit to pass site-required medical fitness assessment for plant operators.

Key Working Relationships

• Internal: Site Supervisor, HSE Officer, Riggers/Banksmen, Maintenance/Workshop team, other plant operators.
• External: Client site representatives, third-party inspection/certification bodies, equipment rental/maintenance vendors.