Telehandler


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£17 to £22 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Fareham, PO14 7NZ
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	4 Sept 2026
Closing date:	4 Oct 2026

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Summary

Fareham

Start Date: Around 21st September

£20.00 per hour (Umbrella)

⏳ Approx. 83-85 Weeks' Work

Weekly Pay

❌ No CIS

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Telehandler Operator for a small residential construction site in Fareham.This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term work on a project expected to run for approximately 83-85 weeks, offering stability and consistent work with a well-established contractor.

Due to the size of the development, we're looking for someone who is happy to be part of the wider site team and assist with site operations when the telehandler is not in use.

Duties will include:

Operating the telehandler safely and efficiently on site

Loading, unloading and distributing materials to trades

Assisting with deliveries and maintaining material flow across the project

Carrying out daily machine checks and adhering to site safety standards

Managing the site gate and coordinating deliveries when required

Assisting with welfare upkeep and helping to maintain a clean and tidy site environment

Supporting trades and site management with general site duties during quieter periods

Working safely within a smaller site with confined working areas

Requirements:

✅ Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket

✅ Previous construction site experience

✅ Comfortable working on a smaller, busy site

✅ Happy to assist with site duties outside of the machine when required

✅ Full PPE

✅ Reliable, hardworking and team-focused attitude

What's on Offer?

✔ £20.00 per hour Umbrella

✔ Approximately 83-85 weeks' work

✔ Weekly pay

✔ Long-term job security on a single project

✔ Opportunity to become a key part of a small site team

✔ Additional labour support will be brought onto site as the project progresses.

✔ No CIS

This role would suit an operator who enjoys being hands-on, taking ownership of their work area and supporting the wider site team where needed, rather than simply sitting in the cab all day.

For more information or to apply, contact Abbey on or 07514 733073.

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