Telehandler Operator
Location: Various construction sites across Hamilton and greater Waikato
Pay Rate: $32 to $38 per hour, depending on experience
Position Type: Temporary with potential to become permanent
About the Role:We are seeking skilled and experienced Telehandler Operators to join our team through Tradestaff, working on behalf of our client in the construction sector. If you have a strong background in operating Merlo branded Telehandlers and a solid understanding of the construction industry, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:- Operate Telehandlers: Safely and efficiently operate Telehandlers, with a preference for those experienced in the Merlo construction range.
- Support Construction Activities: Assist with various tasks on construction sites, demonstrating your expertise in the building industry.
- Health and Safety: Adhere to strict health and safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others.
Essential Requirements:- Experience: Significant experience working in the construction industry in New Zealand, with a focus on Telehandler operation.
- Physical Fitness: Must be fit, strong, and capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Licences and Endorsements:
- Full New Zealand Driver’s Licence (Class 1)
- F endorsement
- W endorsement
- NZQA Unit Standard 23637 – Operate a Telehandler (General use)
- NZQA Unit Standard 31245 – Plan for and lift, move, and place loads using mobile plant
- NZQA Unit Standard 30072 – Knowledge of slinging regular loads safely
- Drug and Alcohol Test: Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
- References: Two verifiable employment references.
- Transport: Reliable personal vehicle to get to work each day.
- Availability: Ready to start early mornings and commit to the job's demands.
Preferred Qualifications (Not Essential but Advantageous):- Class 2 Truck Licence
- Additional NZQA Unit Standards:
- 3789 – Sling varied regular loads and safely direct a crane during operations
- 20875 – Knowledge of slinging, lifting, moving, and placing loads with mobile plant
- Crane Operator Training
- EWP Training: If the Telehandler is used as a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP), compliance with AS/NZS 1418 Part 10 2011/AS2550.10 is required, and the operator must have EWP training.
Why Join Us?- Great Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on your experience.
- Career Growth: Opportunity for a permanent position for the right candidate.
- Work Variety: Engage in diverse construction projects across Hamilton and greater Waikato.
If you meet the essential qualifications and have the experience we're looking for, apply today to become a part of a dynamic construction team. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career!