Job title: Flatbed Rigid Driver
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Job published: 29-01-2026
Job ID: 42171
Contact name: David Mcellone
Contact email: David@tdtalent.ie

Job Description

Role: Flatbed Rigid Truck Driver

Salary: Hourly rate €18.72 (gross weekly wage €828.50).

Duration: Permanent

Location: Ballincollig, Co. Cork

 

 

Flatbed Rigid Truck Driver

 

Long‑established, family‑run business in Ballincollig, Co. Cork is seeking an experienced Flatbed Rigid Driver to join their team. This role involves delivering construction materials to both residential and commercial sites and supporting yard operations when required. This is a 42.5‑hour working week, with overtime paid at time and a half for all hours worked over 39 per week.

You will be the face of the company on the road, delivering essential building materials to residential and commercial sites while representing the business with professionalism and reliability. You will be responsible for operating a flatbed rigid truck, managing paper-based PODs, handling materials safely and supporting yard operations when deliveries are quiet. You will thrive in a busy, hands‑on environment where no two days are the same.

 

Responsibilities:

 

  • Drive a flatbed rigid truck to deliver building materials across Cork and surrounding areas
  • Complete groupage runs and full-load deliveries
  • Carry out deliveries to residential and commercial building sites
  • Perform manual handling and heavy lifting as part of daily duties
  • Capture PODs using paper-based documentation
  • Assist in the yard when road work is quiet
  • Maintain high standards of safety and customer service

 

 Requirements:

 

  • Valid C licence
  • CPC and Tachograph cards
  • Previous experience operating a rigid vehicle is essential
  • Experience operating a HIAB/Crane is preferred but not essential
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to assist with yard duties
  • Ability to manage heavy lifting and physical work
  • Good communication and customer‑facing skills
  • Reliability and ability to work independently

 

What to do next

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’.
For more information or a confidential discussion about this position or other opportunities, contact David at David@tdtalent.ie.