Forklift Driver

FRS Recruitment; Fermoy; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

FRS Recruitment is seeking a Forklift Driver for Fermoy, Republic of Ireland. The role requires operating a 14 tonne forklift to move logs and timber, with daily checks and safety compliance. Immediate start and alternating shift pattern (week1 7am-3:30pm, week2 4pm-midnight) apply.

Applicants must hold a valid forklift licence and have transport to site. Strong safety awareness and experience in an industrial setting are essential to support production flow and logistics teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating heavy forklift trucks (preferably 8T–14T or above).
• Valid forklift licence/certification (or willingness to obtain/renew).
• Strong understanding of safe material handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 14 tonne forklift truck to transport logs, sawn timber, and materials safely across the site.
• Load and unload timber, packs, and log deliveries efficiently and accurately.
• Support the feeding and movement of materials to maintain production flow.
• Stack and organise timber in designated storage areas to maximise space and accessibility.
• Carry out daily pre-use checks and basic maintenance inspections on equipment.
• Identify and report any defects, faults, or maintenance issues promptly.
• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly working environment (housekeeping standards).
• Work collaboratively with log yard, production, and transport teams.
• Assist with general log yard duties as required.
• Participate in training, safety briefings, and operational improvement initiative

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Heavy load handling

Team collaboration

Pre-use inspections

Job description

Forklift Driver (C-C4DZOV) Fermoy, Republic of Ireland

Location: Fermoy, Cork

Job Type: Alternating Shifts each week - (Monday to Friday Week 1 is 7am - 3:30pm & Week 2 is 4pm to Midnight)

Salary: €17.08 per hour

Immediate Start

**MUST HAVE **

• Full drivers license and own transport to get to job
• Flexible to work alternating shift patterns each week

Job Duties:

• Operate a 14 tonne forklift truck to transport logs, sawn timber, and materials safely across the site
• Load and unload timber, packs, and log deliveries efficiently and accurately
• Support the feeding and movement of materials to maintain production flow
• Stack and organise timber in designated storage areas to maximise space and accessibility
• Carry out daily pre-use checks and basic maintenance inspections on equipment
• Identify and report any defects, faults, or maintenance issues promptly
• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with health, safety, and environmental procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly working environment (housekeeping standards)
• Work collaboratively with log yard, production, and transport teams
• Assist with general log yard duties as required
• Participate in training, safety briefings, and operational improvement initiative

Knowledge & Experience

• Proven experience operating heavy forklift trucks (preferably 8T–14T or above)
• Valid forklift licence/certification (or willingness to obtain/renew)
• Strong understanding of safe material handling practices
• Experience in a busy industrial, manufacturing, or outdoor environment
• High level of safety awareness and personal responsibility
• Experience in sawmill, timber, forestry, or similar heavy industry
• Familiarity with handling large, irregular loads (logs/timber packs)
• Tractor or additional plant operation experience
• Basic mechanical knowledge for routine equipment checks