VVB Engineering
Telehandler Operator
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About The Anthro JV
The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.
Why Join VVB
- Competitive salaries with yearly appraisals
- Travel expenses covered for assignments outside your base location
- Perkbox membership for 24/7 access to perks, benefits, discounts, and wellbeing tools
- Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance schemes provided by leading providers
- Generous pension scheme
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (this includes a Christmas shutdown)
About The Role
The Telehandler Operator will be responsible for safe and efficient operation of the site telehandler across the HS2 Old Oak Common Project. This includes handling materials, supporting logistics operations, assisting lifting activities, and ensuring plant is operated in compliance with HS2 rules, site procedures, and all relevant plant operating legislation.
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Key Responsibilities
Plant Operation & Material Handling
- Operate telehandlers and forklifts safely in accordance with CPCS standards.
- Carry out loading, unloading, transportation, and distribution of materials across site.
- Support warehouse movements, module positioning, and inbound/outbound deliveries.
Safety, Compliance & Inspections
- Complete daily checks, pre-use inspections, and report plant defects immediately.
- Ensure compliance with PUWER, HS2 plant standards, and site traffic rules.
- Maintain exclusion zones and follow all plant operator safety protocols.
Coordination & Communication
- Liaise with logistics supervisors, slingers, banksmen, and site teams for coordinated movements.
- Respond quickly and professionally to material movement requests.
- Maintain radio communication and follow instructions accurately.
Site Support Duties
- Assist with module handling, warehouse operations, and external storage logistics.
- Support lifting operations where telehandler use is required (jibs, forks, attachments).
- Assist with general site logistics when plant is not in operation.
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Plant Care & Housekeeping
- Maintain plant cleanliness and ensure machine is secured at end of shift.
- Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
- Ensure fuel, battery charging, and safe parking procedures are followed.
Essential
The operator must hold:
- CPCS A17 (Telehandler)
- CPCS A16 (Industrial Forklift Truck)
Why Join Anthro?
By Joining Us, You’ll Be Part Of a Multi-disciplinary Team Delivering Innovative Engineering Solutions For One Of Europe’s Largest Infrastructure Projects. We Offer
- A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
- The chance to work on a high-profile, state-of-the-art project.
- Career development and opportunities to grow with the business.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and share our commitment to excellence, we’d love to hear from you!
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