Telehandler Operator Required – Baltinglass, Co. Wicklow
About Your New Employer
Our client is a well-established construction and development company with a strong presence across Leinster. They are known for delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects while maintaining high standards in health & safety, efficiency, and site management.
Due to continued growth and ongoing works in the Wicklow region, they are currently seeking an experienced Telehandler Operator to join their site team in Baltinglass.
About Your New Job
As a Telehandler Operator, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the construction site by ensuring materials are moved safely and efficiently. This role requires excellent awareness of site safety procedures, strong communication skills, and the ability to work closely with site management and trades on site.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Operating a 17-metre telehandler safely and efficiently in line with site requirements.
- Transporting, lifting, and placing materials as directed by site management.
- Assisting various trades by ensuring timely delivery of materials to designated work areas.
- Carrying out daily machine checks and reporting any faults or maintenance issues.
- Maintaining clear communication with banksmen and other site personnel.
- Ensuring all loads are handled within safe working limits and in accordance with lifting regulations.
- Supporting general site duties where required.
- Keeping the machine and work area clean, safe, and well organised.
- Adhering strictly to all health & safety regulations and always wearing the appropriate PPE.
What Skills You Need
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Proven experience operating a telehandler on busy construction sites.
- A valid Safe Pass (essential).
- Manual Handling certification (essential).
- A valid CSCS Telehandler ticket (essential).
- Strong awareness of site safety and lifting procedures.
- Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions clearly.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a wider site team.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive hourly rate depending on experience.
- Monday – Friday full-time hours, with overtime opportunities available.
- Long-term work opportunities on a well-managed construction project in Baltinglass.
- Opportunity to work with an established contractor on ongoing projects across the region.
What’s Next
If you’re an experienced Telehandler Operator looking for your next opportunity in the Wicklow area, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now for more information.
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for this role to Mlyons@sigmar.ie or call 086 771 8859 for a confidential discussion.
