Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Job Description

Role: Counterbalance Forklift Driver
Salary: €33 – 35k per year
Employment: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Ballymount, Dublin

Counterbalance Forklift Driver

Dynamic warehouse and logistics operation in Ballymount is currently seeking a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a stable, long-term opportunity within a company that values reliability, teamwork and doing things the right way.

To be considered, candidates must hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence, an up-to-date Manual Handling Certificate, and a minimum of a Provisional driving licence. The role includes working every second Saturday from 9:00am to 1:00pm, paid at time and a half.

You will enjoy a varied and active role, combining counterbalance forklift driving with yard movements and general warehouse support. Working across goods-in, storage and dispatch, you will handle a broad range of materials and play a key role in keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly and efficiently.

You will be responsible for the safe and accurate operation of a counterbalance forklift, including loading and unloading vehicles, moving and positioning stock, and supporting both warehouse and yard activities as required. Attention to detail, care in handling materials and a strong focus on safety will be central to your work.

You will also contribute to maintaining a clean, organised and safety-compliant working environment, supporting stock organisation and dispatch preparation while following all health and safety procedures. As part of a dependable team, you will take pride in doing the job properly and supporting the overall success of the operation.

Responsibilities
• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently
• Load and unload delivery vehicles in both warehouse and yard areas
• Move, position and store materials accurately
• Support goods-in, stock movement and dispatch activities
• Handle a variety of products with care and attention to detail
• Assist with general warehouse and yard duties as required
• Maintain a clean, organised and safety-compliant working environment
• Follow all health & safety procedures and site rules

Requirements
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential)
• Manual Handling Certificate up to date
• Minimum of a Provisional driving licence (required for insurance)
• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or yard environment
• Confident operating a counterbalance forklift in busy surroundings
• Comfortable with hands-on, physical work
• Strong awareness of health & safety procedures
• Reliable, punctual and able to work well as part of a team
• Available to work every second Saturday as required

What to do next

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