Warehouse and Forklift Operative Athlone at INDEPENDENT EXPRESS CARGO

INDEPENDENT EXPRESS CARGO; Athlone; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Employee assistance program

On-site parking

Job summary

Independent Express Cargo in Athlone, Ireland, is seeking a Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver for a full-time, on-site role during the night hub operations. You will ensure safe loading/unloading, maintain a clean work area, and support efficient warehouse processes.

The ideal candidate has forklift experience and a valid license, a Manual Handling certificate, and about 1 year of warehouse experience. We offer on-site parking, bike-to-work scheme, and an employee assistance program.

Qualifications

• 1 year of warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift licence required.
• Valid Manual Handling certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload lorries.
• Perform general warehouse duties, including housekeeping and maintaining an organised work area.
• Receive/Process incoming and outgoing shipments efficiently.
• Operate warehouse machinery, such as forklifts, with a focus on safety.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Support the overall efficiency of the warehouse by performing tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Reliability

Team collaboration

Tools

Forklift

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Job Title: Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver

Reporting To: Depot Manager

Job Summary: As a warehouse operative you will be responsible for performing various tasks to support the warehouse's smooth operation during the night hub operation while maintaining a high standard of Health & Safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely load and unload lorries
• Perform general warehouse duties, including housekeeping and maintaining an organised work area.
• Receive/Process incoming and outgoing shipments efficiently.
• Operate warehouse machinery, such as forklifts, with a focus on safety.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Support the overall efficiency of the warehouse by performing tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Team Support:

• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Open communication with colleagues and supervisors to address any issues promptly.

Personal Attributes:

• Attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.

Experience:

• 1 year of warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift experience and a valid forklift license are required.
• Valid Manual Handling certificate is essential.

The above details are intended to give an outline of what is involved in this position, the information supplied is not exhaustive and is subject to amendment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (required)
• Manual Handling Certificate (required)

Work Location:

In person