Order Picker/Warehouse Operative

About Us

Ace Express Freight are a global freight forwarding company with more than 30 years’ experience and a network of world-class partners. We are proud to have been awarded the Deloitte ‘Ireland’s Best Managed Company’ accolade for 17 years in a row, a testimony to our culture of continuous improvement, our investment in our people, and our philosophy of going the extra mile for our customers.

About the Role

This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, secure, and accurate handling and picking of goods, while following Health and Safety SOPs and complying with Company policies, procedures, and operational standards.

Contract Type: Permanent (6-month probationary period).

Working Hours: 7am-4pm Monday to Friday then 8:30-5:30 Monday to Friday (two-week rotation).

Location: Ace Express Freight, IDA Business & Technology Park, Ballynattin, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, Y14 A370.

Key Duties of the Role

• Picking, packing, checking, and scanning orders efficiently and accurately.

• Reporting any discrepancies, damages, shortages, or overages promptly and in accordance with Company procedures.

• Performing manual handling duties, including carrying boxes and lifting moderately weighted items.

• Assisting with receiving, organising, and storing incoming goods.

• Completing relevant paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.

• Conduct pre-use vehicle and equipment checks, reporting any defects or issues in line with Company procedures.

• Maintaining a safe working environment by adhering to Health & Safety procedures and keeping work areas clean, tidy, and free from hazards at all times.

• Complete all required training and maintain compliance with Company policies, procedures, and standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Promote a positive and collaborative working environment.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience operating a Power Pallet truck in a busy warehouse environment, essential.

• Valid, in-date Power Pallet Truck license.

• Manual Handling certification, desirable.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

• Positive “can do” attitude.

• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy, fast paced environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Company Pension

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Bike to Work Scheme

• Up to 23 days annual leave (after 1 year of service)

• Excellent promotional opportunities