NIGHT SHIFT Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver

Ace Express Freight; Lusk; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Company Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Ace Express Freight, a global freight forwarding company with over 30 years' experience, seeks a Warehouse Forklift Operator for its Blakes Cross, Lusk location, Co. Dublin.

This permanent role (6-month probation) runs 3.00pm–12.00am, Monday to Friday, performing order picking, packing, loading/unloading, and record-keeping with strict safety standards. Requirements include a minimum of two years forklift experience, a valid licence, strong attention to detail and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years forklift experience in a busy warehouse environment.
• Valid, in-date forklift license.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Positive “can do” attitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy, fast paced environment.
• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• GDP and HAACP training, desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out a range of warehouse and operational duties including order picking, packing, checking, loading, unloading, and scanning in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Completing relevant paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring records are maintained in accordance with Company procedures.
• Conduct pre-use vehicle and equipment checks, reporting any defects or issues in line with Company procedures.
• Report any load discrepancies, damages, shortages, or overages promptly and in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintaining a safe working environment by adhering to Health Safety procedures and keeping work areas clean, tidy, and free from hazards at all times.
• Complete all required training and maintain compliance with Company policies, procedures, and standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Promote a positive and collaborative working environment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication skills

Job description

About Us

Ace Express Freight are a global freight forwarding company with more than 30 years’ experience and a network of world-class partners. We are proud to have been awarded the Deloitte ‘Ireland’s Best Managed Company’ accolade for 17 years in a row, a testimony to our culture of continuous improvement, our investment in our people, and our philosophy of going the extra mile for our customers.

About Us

Ace Express Freight are a global freight forwarding company with more than 30 years’ experience and a network of world-class partners. We are proud to have been awarded the Deloitte ‘Ireland’s Best Managed Company’ accolade for 17 years in a row, a testimony to our culture of continuous improvement, our investment in our people, and our philosophy of going the extra mile for our customers.

About The Role

This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, secure, and accurate handling and transportation of goods, while following safe driving practices and complying with Company policies, procedures, and operational standards.

Contract Type

Permanent (6-month probationary period).

Working Hours

3.00pm-12.00am, Monday - Friday.

Location

Blakes Cross, Lusk, Co. Dublin, K45WY42.

Key Duties of the Role

• Carrying out a range of warehouse and operational duties including order picking, packing, checking, loading, unloading, and scanning in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Completing relevant paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring records are maintained in accordance with Company procedures.
• Conduct pre-use vehicle and equipment checks, reporting any defects or issues in line with Company procedures.
• Report any load discrepancies, damages, shortages, or overages promptly and in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintaining a safe working environment by adhering to Health Safety procedures and keeping work areas clean, tidy, and free from hazards at all times.
• Complete all required training and maintain compliance with Company policies, procedures, and standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Promote a positive and collaborative working environment.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum two years’ forklift experience in a busy warehouse environment.
• Valid, in-date forklift license.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Positive “can do” attitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy, fast paced environment.
• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• GDP and HAACP training, desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme