Jobs in Graythorp

Skilled Telehandler Operator
Agency: Search Consultancy
Location: Darlington
Search Consultancy is looking for an experienced Telehandler Operator to join our busy construction teams across Darlington. We are partnering 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 are an operator who thrives in a productivity-driven environment and has mastered the art of vertical and horizontal material handling on busy sites, we have immediate starts and long-term runs of work available now.

The Role
* Material Management: Efficiently distributing bricks, blocks, and timber across site to keep sub-contractors moving and production on track.
* Precision Placement: Expertly loading and unloading deliveries, often in restricted areas or at height, ensuring zero damage to materials or structures.
* Site Fluidity: Assisting the site management team with general logistics, moving skips, and maintaining a clear, safe working environment.
* Routine Maintenance: Conducting daily plant checks (oil, water, tires) and reporting any defects to ensure the machine remains 100% operational.
* Productivity Driven: We need operators used to the rigors of fast-paced sites who can manage multiple requests without compromising on-site safety protocols.

Requirements
* Qualifications: A valid CPCS or NPORS (with CSCS logo) card is mandatory.
* Experience: Extensive experience operating telescopic handlers on major residential or commercial builds.
* Safety Mindset: A thorough understanding of load charts and a commitment to working within the machine's safe operating limits.
* Reliability: Must be punctual and ready to support the site team from the first lift to the last.
* PPE: Full professional 5-point PPE (Hard hat, high-vis, steel toe boots, gloves, and glasses).
* Right to Work: Must have a valid right to work in the UK.

Why Work With Search?
* Steady Pipeline: We 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: Our dedicated construction desk ensures you stay busy on local sites across Darlington and the 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