Telehandler - Carlisle


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£18 to £21 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Carlisle, CA1 1RP
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	27 Aug 2026
Closing date:	26 Sept 2026

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Summary

Your new company

You'll be working with a leading national housebuilder on a busy new build housing development in Carlisle. With a strong pipeline of work and continued growth across the region, they are seeking an experienced Telehandler Driver to join the site team on a long-term freelance basis.

Your new role

As a Telehandler Driver, you will be responsible for the safe movement of materials around site, supporting trades and site management to ensure the project runs efficiently.

Duties will include:

Operating the telehandler safely and efficiently

Delivering materials to various work areas on site

Loading and unloading deliveries

Carrying out daily machine checks

Assisting with general site duties when required

Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment

What you'll need to succeed

Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket

Previous experience working on new build housing developments

Full PPE

Strong awareness of health and safety procedures

Reliable and available to start Tuesday

What you'll get in return

Long-term freelance contract

Competitive hourly rate paid weekly

Consistent work on a busy residential development

Opportunity to work with a well-established housebuilder

Ongoing support from Hays Construction & Property

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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