Role: Counterbalance Forklift Operator
Salary: €16 per hour
Employment: Full-time, permanent
Location: Dublin 15
Counterbalance & Reach Forklift Operator
Counterbalance and Reach Forklift operator required for a fast‑paced logistics and distribution company based in Dublin 15. The company operates across Ireland, the UK and Europe, providing full freight forwarding, palletised distribution, storage and customs solutions for a wide range of customers. With a strong emphasis on reliability, efficiency and customer service, the business supports high‑volume daily movements through a modern distribution network.
The operation is very much driven by day‑to‑day activity on the floor. With constant movement of goods across Ireland and internationally, the site offers a fast‑moving warehouse environment where operators play a key role in keeping distribution on track and customers satisfied.
You will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks using a counterbalance forklift, placing pallets into racking locations using both counterbalance and reach trucks and moving stock safely and efficiently throughout the warehouse. You will ensure goods are handled correctly, stored accurately and prepared for onward distribution in line with daily schedules.
You will also deal with routine operational queries, communicate with warehouse and transport colleagues, and support general warehouse duties as required. Adherence to health and safety procedures is essential, along with a proactive, dependable approach to keeping operations running smoothly.
Responsibilities:
- Operating counterbalance and reach forklifts in a safe and controlled manner
- Loading and unloading inbound and outbound vehicles
- Placing pallets into racking locations and retrieving stock as required
- Moving goods internally to support warehouse and distribution operations
- Ensuring accurate handling and placement of all stock
- Dealing with day‑to‑day warehouse and operational queries
- Assisting with general warehouse duties when required
- Complying with all health and safety policies and procedures
Requirements:
- A valid counterbalance forklift licence
- A valid reach forklift licence or proven experience operating a reach truck
- Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment
- Experience loading and unloading trucks and placing pallets into racking
- A good understanding of health and safety procedures
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
- A reliable, punctual and proactive approach to work
What to Do Next
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| Job type: | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Emp type: | Full-time |
| Salary type: | Annual |
| Job published: | 03-04-2026 |
| Job ID: | 44981 |