General Operative- Ballinasloe, Co. Galway
Principle Objective
Reporting to the Yard Supervisor, the General Operative will be responsible for the upkeep and organisation of the yard and warehouse area. Working effectively as part of a team in which you'll make sure our customers can rely on a timely, friendly and dependable service.
Knowledge & Experience
1. Previous General operative experience is required
2. Forklift license is necessary
3. Previous customer service experience
4. Previous experience in a busy builders' providers an advantage
5. Previous stock management experience desirable
Key Responsibilities
6. Receive and check off deliveries, highlighting any anomalies and ensuring secure, correct and timely storage of such deliveries in line with health and safety guidelines
7. Ensure that the warehouse/store is kept tidy at all times, that stock is clearly identifiable and low stock levels highlighted to management where necessary to make certain products are available at all times
8. Responsible for picking, packing and loading of company vehicles
9. Actively safeguard against theft of goods or company property by being security conscious at all times
10. Work and communicate as a team member to ensure the warehouse operates efficiently and effectively within company policy
11. Perform any other duties as may be deemed necessary or as may be required by the company
Essential Competencies
12. Ability to prioritize workload
13. Effective team working
14. Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills
15. The flexibility and willingness to learn
16. To enjoy working with people
17. Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Key Relationships
18. Department Colleagues
19. Yard Supervisor
20. Manager
21. Stock Controller
22. Customers & Suppliers
Contract Type
23. Permanent
24. Full time 39 hour contract
25. Working week Monday to Friday, may be required to take part in Saturday's roster
26. Ballinasloe, Co. Galway
Our Benefits Include
27. Competitive Basic Salary
28. Private Health Care
29. Sick Pay Scheme
30. Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
31. Pension Scheme
32. Colleague Saving Scheme
33. Profit Share Scheme
34. Colleague Discount
35. Educational Assistance
36. Wellness initiatives
Part of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder’s merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland. The core business is through the traditional Builders Merchants division. Main brands include Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies & Telfords. In addition, and through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products. These include Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech & Rooney's Hardware.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Chadwicks Group we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
DISCLAIMER: Chadwicks Group reserves the right at any time to change, delete, or add to any of the provisions of this Role Profile at its sole discretion and it is the colleagues responsibility to familiarise themselves with these changes. Furthermore, the provisions of this Role Profile are designed by Chadwicks Group to serve as guidelines rather than absolute responsibilities and duties.
Also known as Warehouse Operative Yard Operative