General Operative

Wicklow Wolf Brewing Co.; Newtown Mount Kennedy; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days’ annual leave

Monthly staff beer allowance

Staff discount in on-site taproom

Bike to Work Scheme

Death-in-service benefit

Training and development

Job summary

Wicklow Wolf Brewing Co. in Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow, is seeking a General Operative to join the Wolf Pack.

This hands-on, entry-level role supports production, warehouse and logistics teams, assisting with movement of materials, order preparation and day-to-day operational tasks in a busy brewery. The successful candidate will be reliable, hardworking and eager to learn, with a willingness to work safely and to contribute to a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a team.
• Good attention to detail and manual handling capability.
• Ability to perform physical and manual work throughout the day.
• Flexible approach to changing priorities and tasks.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Forklift licence preferred

Responsibilities

• Carry out all work safely and follow health and safety procedures.
• Assist with picking, preparing and checking customer orders for collection and delivery.
• Help load and unload incoming and outgoing deliveries.
• Move raw materials, packaging and finished products safely around the brewery.
• Assist with stock counts and basic warehouse record-keeping.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation throughout warehouse, yard and production areas.
• Clean equipment and working areas according to procedures.
• Interact with drivers, contractors, customers and visitors in a positive and helpful manner.
• Support other areas of brewery operation when required.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Hardworking

Team player

Good communication

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Title: General Operative
Role: Full-time, permanent
Work Pattern: 39 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Location: Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

General Operative

Due to the continued growth of Wicklow Wolf Brewing Company, we are looking for a General Operative to join the Wolf Pack.

This is a hands-on, entry-level role supporting our production, warehouse and logistics teams. You will assist with the movement of materials and finished products, the preparation of customer orders, general cleaning and a range of day-to-day operational tasks around the brewery.

We are a close-knit, fast-moving team, so reliability, a positive attitude and a willingness to help are essential. The successful candidate will be hardworking, dependable and comfortable carrying out practical and physical work in a busy brewery environment.

Full training will be provided. For the right person who demonstrates the required ability and ambition, there will be opportunities to learn new skills and progress within the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all work safely and follow the brewery’s health and safety procedures.
• Assist with picking, preparing and checking customer orders for collection and delivery.
• Help load and unload incoming and outgoing deliveries.
• Move raw materials, packaging and finished products safely around the brewery.
• Assist the production and logistics teams with the materials and stock required for daily operations.
• Support the packing, labelling and preparation of finished products when required.
• Assist with stock counts and basic warehouse record-keeping.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation throughout the warehouse, yard, production areas and other storage spaces.
• Clean equipment and working areas in accordance with the brewery’s procedures.
• Handle company stock, equipment and facilities carefully and report any damage, shortages or safety concerns.
• Follow instructions and communicate clearly with supervisors and other members of the team.
• Interact with drivers, contractors, customers and visitors in a positive and helpful manner.
• Support other areas of the brewery operation when reasonably required.

Essential Attributes

• A reliable, punctual and hardworking approach.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to follow instructions and work safely as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail.
• The ability to carry out physical and manual work throughout the working day.
• A flexible approach to tasks and changing operational priorities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

Desirable Attributes

• Previous experience in a warehouse, production, manufacturing or similar hands-on environment.
• Experience working in food and beverage manufacturing, FMCG or brewing.
• Manual-handling training or certification.
• Experience using warehouse equipment or preparing customer orders.
• A current forklift licence or previous forklift experience.

Relevant training may be provided where required.

What We Offer

• 21 days’ annual leave, in addition to public holidays.
• Monthly staff beer allowance.
• Staff discount in our on-site taproom.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• Company death-in-service benefit following six months of employment.
• Training and opportunities to develop within the business.

As an independent brewery, independence to Wicklow Wolf means having the freedom to do things right. We don’t just talk about community; we build it. Our team is a vibrant tapestry of different nationalities and backgrounds, united by a shared passion for great beer.

We are actively committed to Equity, Diversity, Justice and Inclusion principles across our entire business. From ensuring fair pay and inclusive hiring, to our sourcing practices and welcoming our community, we believe in equity from grain to glass.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newtown Mount Kennedy, County Wicklow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift licence (preferred)