Job Description - New Job Opening: Senior Forklift Operator in CO, IE
Job Description
Forklift Yard Operative
Location: Cork Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: €15.00 – €17.00 per hour (Depending on experience) Reports To: Yard Supervisor
About the Role
Elite Talent Hub LTD is a premier specialist in permanent staffing solutions nationwide. On behalf of our client, a busy and reputable builders' merchants, we are currently seeking an experienced and reliable Forklift Yard Operative to join their team in Cork.
As a core member of the team, you will be responsible for the seamless organization, safety, and upkeep of the yard and warehouse areas. If you are a skilled forklift operator who prides themselves on precision, safety, and delivering great customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
Forklift Operations: Safely and efficiently operate forklifts to load, unload, and move building materials and heavy stock across the yard and warehouse.
Goods Inwards: Receive, check, and log incoming deliveries, highlighting any anomalies and ensuring correct, secure storage in line with health and safety guidelines.
Order Fulfillment: Accurately pick, pack, and load materials onto company and customer vehicles.
Yard Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free yard and warehouse environment, ensuring stock is clearly identifiable.
Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels and proactively highlight low stock to management to ensure continuous product availability.
Vehicle Care: Inspect, utilize, and maintain forklifts in strict accordance with company health and safety protocols.
Customer Service: Assist trade and retail customers in the yard with a friendly, helpful, and dependable attitude.
Security & Teamwork: Remain security-conscious to safeguard company property and collaborate effectively with team members to optimize daily operations.
Requirements & Qualifications
Forklift Experience: Extensive, proven experience operating forklifts in a fast-paced environment (e.g., builders' merchants, construction yards, or heavy warehousing) is essential.
Licences: Must hold a valid, up-to-date Forklift Licence.
Certifications: A valid Manual Handling Certificate is highly desirable.
Customer Service: Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
Industry Knowledge: Prior experience or knowledge of building and plumbing materials is a distinct advantage, though not essential.
Attributes: Reliable, safety-oriented, physically fit, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a busy team.
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