Skilled Telehandler Operator
Location: Darlington
Were looking for an experienced Telehandler Operator to join our busy construction teams across Darlington. We partner with leading civil engineering firms and major house builders who require precision and pace on essential infrastructure and residential developments across the Teesside region. If you thrive in a productivity-driven environment and have mastered vertical and horizontal material handling on busy sites, we have immediate starts and long-term runs now.
The Role
* Material Management: Efficiently distribute bricks, blocks, and timber across site to keep subcontractors moving and production on track.
* Precision Placement: Expertly load and unload deliveries, often in restricted areas or at height, ensuring zero damage to materials or structures.
* Site Fluidity: Assist site management with general logistics, moving skips, maintaining a clear safe environment.
* Routine Maintenance: Conduct daily plant checks (oil, water, tires) and report defects to keep machine 100% operational.
* Productivity Driven: Manage multiple requests fast‑paced sites without compromising safety protocols.
Requirements
* Valid CPCS or NPORS card.
* Extensive experience operating telescopic handlers on major residential or commercial builds.
* Safety mindset: Thorough understanding of load charts and commitment to safe operating limits.
* Reliability: Punctual, ready to support the site team from first lift to last.
* PPE: Full professional 5‑point PPE (hard hat, high‑vis, steel‑toe boots, gloves, glasses).
* Right to Work: Valid right to work in the UK.
Why Work With Search?
* Steady Pipeline: Work with the biggest civil and residential names in the North East; when one project hits the slab, we aim to move you to the next run in Darlington.
* Weekly Pay: Reliable, on‑time payments every Friday via CIS, PAYE or Umbrella.
* Teesside Experts: Dedicated construction desk ensures you stay busy on local sites across Darlington and surrounding areas.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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