Warehouse Operative / Driver - Celbridge
Rexel
Company Description
Join Rexel/Kellihers Electrical, Ireland’s leading electrical wholesaler.
We are recruiting a Warehouse Operative for our branch in Celbridge, Kildare.
Job Description
Job Purpose
The Warehouse Operative / Driver is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the warehouse, ensuring the safe and efficient receipt, storage, picking, packing, and distribution of stock. The role will also involve occasional driving duties to support customer deliveries and, from time to time, assisting at the trade counter when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate a reach truck safely to load, unload, and move pallets within racking systems.
- Pick and pack orders accurately in line with warehouse management system (WMS) instructions.
- Load and unload delivery vehicles, ensuring goods are secured correctly for transport.
- Carry out customer deliveries and collections as required using company vehicles.
- Carry out general warehouse duties including sorting, labelling, stock rotation and general housekeeping.
- Complete loading manifests, delivery documentation and stock records accurately.
- Conduct daily pre-use checks on the reach truck and company vehicles, reporting any faults immediately.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working area in line with health and safety standards.
- Assist with stock takes and cycle counts as required.
- Provide support at the trade counter when required, assisting customers and branch colleagues.
- Work collaboratively with the wider warehouse team to meet daily targets and deadlines.
- Always follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Requirements & Qualifications
- Full clean Category B driving licence (essential).
- Previous experience operating a reach truck in a warehouse environment.
- Good understanding of manual handling and warehouse health and safety practices.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills for completing paperwork and stock records.
- Experience using a warehouse management system (WMS) is desirable.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work different shifts, or weekends as required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to safely lift and move stock in line with manual handling guidelines.
- Comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
- Able to remain on your feet and operate machinery for extended periods.
Health & Safety
All employees must comply with Rexel's health and safety policies, always wear appropriate PPE, and report any hazards, near-misses, or incidents to their supervisor immediately.
Additional Information
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Store discount
At Rexel we welcome people from all backgrounds with diverse perspectives and experiences. Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.