Warehouse Operative/Administration

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Operative / Administrator
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:30 (overtime may be required)
Salary: €34,000 – €37,000 (DOE)

Overview

A well-established logistics and warehousing organisation is seeking a Warehouse Operative / Administrator to join its operations team.

This is a varied role combining hands-on warehouse duties with administrative responsibilities, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of warehouse operations while maintaining high levels of accuracy and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with operations teams via phone and email to confirm vehicle arrival times for loading and unloading.
• Load and unload freight vehicles using Counterbalance forklift.
• Receive inbound goods and ensure accurate documentation.
• Prepare accurate manifests for operational teams.
• Put stock away into warehouse storage locations using Reach forklift trucks (racking up to approx. 8 metres).
• Process goods receipts and stock movements using the warehouse management system.
• Pick and pack orders from stock using FIFO principles, maintaining high levels of accuracy.
• Prepare outbound orders, including pallet building and staging for dispatch.
• Load export groupage trailers and containers according to delivery manifests.
• Process and label parcel shipments on courier systems.
• Enter collection details and shipment data into courier and logistics IT systems.
• Communicate with external customers, suppliers and contractors where required.
• Liaise with internal departments including operations, finance and management.
• Maintain accurate stock records and support stock takes and cycle counts.
• Ensure the warehouse environment remains clean, organised and safe at all times.
• Complete daily forklift equipment checks and weekly racking inspections.
• Maintain loading bay safety and ensure trailers are secured before loading.
• Monitor warehouse access and ensure only authorised personnel enter operational areas.
• Carry out additional duties as required to support warehouse operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Licences
• Manual Handling certification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Proven experience with accurate stock picking and warehouse processes
• Strong computer skills, including experience with warehouse management systems
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with teams across different departments
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in a busy environment
• Strong attention to detail and customer-focused approach

Desirable Skills

• Experience handling or packing food shipments to HACCP standards
• Experience using freight or courier logistics systems
• Aviation Security Training (Module 11)
• Dangerous Goods Awareness Training