Senior Warehouse Operative

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Free on-site parking

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Keelings is seeking a Warehouse Leader to manage daily warehouse operations, oversee dispatch, and drive interdepartmental collaboration to meet targets. You will coordinate with QC and other teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The role stresses health and safety, process improvement, and staff engagement to deliver reliable, on-time shipments in a busy FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading warehouse operations and teams.
• Ability to collaborate with other departments to hit stock/pick targets.
• Commitment to health and safety practices and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of the warehouse.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely stock picking and loading.
• Review daily dispatch schedule and implement work plans with operatives.
• Utilise KBS system to capture information accurately.
• Ensure tranships meet DOT requirements and report shorts.
• Promote H&S best practices across the business and audits.

Skills

Very good organization

Resilience

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Numeracy

Prioritization & multitasking

Development potential

Education

Leaving Cert

Tools

KBS system

Job description

Location: On site / Sandyhill, St Margaret's, Co. Dublin, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: FMCG | Warehouse
Salary: Negotiable salary

About Keelings

Keelings is a 100% Irish-owned family business passionate about fresh produce. Operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we grow, source, and supply top-quality fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships — powered by our dedicated people.

Purpose of the Role:

Leadership and management of the Warehouse, Dispatch team members to achieve our business goals and objectives on a continuous basis and always seeking and implementing ways to improve, promoting Teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• To manage the day to day running of the warehouse
• Working with other departments to ensure that stock is picked and loaded on time and within the agreed procedures
• Review daily dispatch schedule and implement work plan with warehouse operatives to ensure daily objectives are met
• Using KBS system to capture all information correctly
• Ensure all Tranships are loaded to meet DOT and all shorts are reported
• Promote H&S best practise for plans throughout business
• Sustain compliance standards (Team/ Machine/ Environment), for all Daily and customer Audits.
• Work efficiently with QC Team Members to achieve internal and external customer requirements
• Excellent communication with team to understand goals and targets on a continuous basis
• To actively promote health & safety standards, engage in implementing health and safety protocols, and contribute to a risk-free work environment for all, playing a crucial role in mitigating workplace risks and promoting the well-being of all team members.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• DOT
• Warehouse Cost per Pallet
• Stock accuracy
• Loading accuracy

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Very good organization skills
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Office
• Excellent command of English language (written and verbal)
• Good standard of numeracy
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Capable of developing to the next level.

Education & Qualifications:

Leaving Cert

• Excellent command of English language (written and verbal)

• Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidized canteen
• Free On-site parking with access to electric chargers
• Wellness Initiatives such as wellness week

Keelings Values

People Matter

Teamwork

Integrity

Passion for Achievement

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.