General Operative - Telehandler

About The Role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?

Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project.

As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic

General Operative – Telehandler to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland.

What you'll be doing

Telehandler Operation

• Operate telehandler plant in line with site plans, lift plans, and manufacturer guidelines
• Safely transport materials, equipment, and supplies across site
• Load and unload deliveries in coordination with logistics and site teams
• Conduct daily pre-use checks and basic maintenance of equipment
• Ensure all lifting operations are carried out safely and within agreed procedures
• Work closely with banksmen/traffic marshals to maintain safe movements

General Operative Duties (as required)

• Support day-to-day site operations across mechanical, electrical and construction activities
• Assist trades with material handling, preparation, and installation support
• Maintain site housekeeping standards across work areas
• Support logistics, stores, and laydown area organisation
• Carry out manual handling tasks in line with training
• Follow site procedures, permits, and method statements

Key Accountabilities

• Safe operation of plant at all times
• Flexibility to transition between telehandler and general operative duties
• Supporting efficient material flow and site productivity
• Adherence to all health, safety, and environmental standards

Who we're looking for

The following experience/qualifications are required: -

• Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket
• Valid CSCS Card
• Proven experience operating telehandlers on construction or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of lifting operations and site safety
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects
• Additional plant tickets (e.g. banksman/slinger)

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

Benefits

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: ***email_hidden***