Job Opportunity: Telehandler Operator

Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed

Pay Rate: Competitive Rates (CIS, PAYE, and Umbrella options available)

Duration: Long-term work

The Opportunity

Search Consultancy is looking for an experienced and safety-conscious Telehandler Operator to secure a long-term run of work in Berwick-upon-Tweed. We are partnering with a major contractor on a large-scale project that requires long-term consistency and high operational standards.

If you are looking to settle into a well-managed project with genuine longevity, steady weekly hours, and a stable team environment, this is the role for you.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As the primary operator on this long-term project, you will be responsible for:

• Site Logistics: Planning and managing material movements to support the build program over several phases of construction.

• Loading & Unloading: Overseeing all site deliveries and maintaining an organised storage yard for maximum safety and efficiency.

• Precision Lifting: Safely distributing materials to various trades, including high-reach lifts and navigating evolving site terrain.

• Plant Stewardship: Taking full ownership of the machine's daily checks, maintenance logs, and cleanliness to ensure zero downtime.

• Safety & Compliance: Working closely with the Site Management team to uphold the highest safety standards on site.

What We're Looking For

• NPORS or CPCS Card: A valid card with the CSCS logo is a mandatory requirement.

• Safety Critical Medical: You must possess a current, in-date Safety Critical Medical certificate.

• Reliability: Since this is a long-term contract, we are looking for someone seeking stability and who has a track record of excellent attendance.

• Technical Skill: Extensive experience in machine operation, specifically on busy commercial or residential sites.

• Right to Work: Must have a valid right to work in the UK.

Why Work With Search?

• Long-Term Stability: Secure your income with a project scheduled for a consistent, long-term duration.

• Flexible Payment: Choose the payroll model that suits you best-fully compliant CIS, PAYE, or Umbrella terms available.

• Weekly Pay: Reliable, on-time payments hitting your account every Friday.

• Regional Experts: Work through our dedicated construction desk that specialises in North East and Northumberland projects, keeping you local and busy.

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