Evening Rigger & Gantry Crane Operator (Forklift)

Cental Engineering Limited; Carlow; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cental Engineering Limited in Carlow, Ireland, seeks an experienced Rigger / Forklift Driver / Gantry Crane Operator for the evening shift (4:30pm – 1:30am). The role involves safe movement and positioning of steel components, lifting large structures, and coordinating with production teams to ensure efficient operations.

Ideal candidates have forklift and gantry crane experience, rigging knowledge, and valid certificates.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating forklifts in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Experience operating overhead gantry cranes.
• Experience rigging, slinging and lifting large steel structures.
• Valid forklift and crane operating certificates.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and overhead gantry cranes in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Carry out rigging, slinging and lifting operations involving large steel structures and components.
• Safely move, lift and position large steel modules and assemblies.
• Assist with loading and unloading deliveries and organising materials around the factory.
• Ensure materials and components are delivered to the correct production areas when required.
• Coordinate with fabrication, fitout and finishing teams to support production requirements.
• Complete daily equipment checks and report defects or maintenance requirements.
• Ensure lifting equipment, chains, slings and accessories are inspected and used correctly.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow company health and safety procedures and safe systems of work.

Skills

Forklift operation

Gantry crane operation

Rigging and slinging

Safety procedures

Load management

Teamwork and independence

Heavy and oversized loads handling

Steel fabrication/manufacturing

Tools

Forklift certificates

Crane operating certificates

Lifting plans knowledge

Job description

Cental Engineering Limited in Carlow, Ireland, seeks an experienced Rigger / Forklift Driver / Gantry Crane Operator for the evening shift (4:30pm – 1:30am). The role involves safe movement and positioning of steel components, lifting large structures, and coordinating with production teams to ensure efficient operations.

Ideal candidates have forklift and gantry crane experience, rigging knowledge, and valid certificates.