Telehandler

Randstad · Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

Telehandler at Randstad, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, North East
Contract
Contract
Posted
16 hours ago
Closes
1 Oct 2026
Sector
Site Manager

Reference PR-1541197

About the role


About the Role:

We are currently recruiting an experienced Telehandler Driver to provide short-term holiday cover on a busy new build housing development in Newcastle.

This is an ideal opportunity for a reliable operator looking to pick up immediate contract hours. Working closely with the Site Manager and trade teams, you will be key to keeping site logistics moving safely and smoothly while the permanent driver is away.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Safely operating a telescopic handler across an active residential housing site.
  • Unloading delivery vehicles and distributing materials (bricks, blocks, timber, roof trusses) to designated plots.
  • Assisting sub-contractors and site trades with scheduled material lifts.
  • Carrying out daily plant pre-checks, logging maintenance checks, and keeping the machine clean and secure.
  • Following site traffic management plans and ensuring strict adherence to pedestrian segregation around live plots.
  • Stepping off the machine when required to assist with general site housekeeping and keeping the compound organised.

Requirements:
  • Valid CPCS or NPORS Card with Telescopic Handler category (Essential).
  • Solid experience operating a Telehandler on new build housing sites.
  • Full PPE (Hard hat, high-vis jacket/vest, steel toe cap boots).
  • Valid UK Driving Licence.
  • Strong commitment to site health and safety standards.
  • Excellent punctuality, reliability, and communication skills.
  • Based in or easily commutable to Newcastle upon Tyne.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Telehandler Driver available for short-term cover in Newcastle, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your up to date CV, ensuring your relevant skills and experience.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.


skills

eye for detail


qualifications

CPCS,driving licence

Reference: PR-1541197 · Posted 16 hours ago · Closes 1 Oct 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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