telehandler. in East Grinstead, United Kingdom

New Telehandler position available at Randstad CPE 01622 357230

Job Title: Telehandler / Telescopic Handler Driver

Location: East Grinstead, West Sussex (RH19)

Start Date: Late October 2026

Contract Duration: Long-Term / Ongoing

Pay Rate: £20.00 - £22.00 per hour (dependent on experience and pay type)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and safety-conscious Telehandler Driver to join an ongoing construction project in East Grinstead, starting towards the end of October 2026.

This is a great opportunity to secure steady, high-earning work through the autumn and winter months alongside an established main contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a Telescopic Handler safely to move materials, pallets, and plant around a busy site.
• Unloading delivery vehicles and safely loading materials onto elevated scaffold lifts and work bays.
• Working closely with site trades (bricklayers, carpenters, groundworkers) to keep work areas supplied.
• Carrying out daily pre-shift vehicle checks, basic maintenance, and logging any defects.
• Strictly adhering to site traffic management plans, safe working loads, and health & safety standards.
• Assisting with general site setup or light duties during operational downtime when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid CPCS Card (A17 Telescopic Handler essential-Blue Competent Operator preferred) OR NPORS Card (with CSCS logo).
• Full PPE (Steel toe-cap boots, high-vis vest/jacket, hard hat, and gloves).
• Minimum 2 years of proven experience operating telehandlers on commercial or residential sites.
• Strong spatial awareness, knowledge of load charts, and confidence operating on uneven ground.
• Punctual, dependable, and clear communication skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

Working Hours & Benefits

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (40-45 hours per week).
• Start Date: Late October 2026.
• Pay Rate: £20.00 - £22.00 per hour.
• Payment Options: Weekly pay via CIS, Umbrella, or PAYE options available.
• Free on-site parking available.

How to Apply

If you hold an active CPCS / NPORS Telehandler Card and want to lock in a start in East Grinstead for late October, contact Francesca on 07901305275.

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.

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