Location: Weatherwell Industrial Estate, Clondalkin
Role Type: On-Site, Full-Time Permanent (4 days/week)
Reports To: Procurement Manager
Hours: 39 hours/week Monday to Thursday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Rate: Up to €18.50 per hour DOE
About the Role
Davenham Switchgear Ltd, a Legrand group company, is seeking a reliable and motivated Truck Driver / General Operative to join our team at our Clondalkin headquarters.
This role combines local and national driving responsibilities with hands-on operational support across the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and timely transportation of materials, products, and equipment to customer sites and suppliers while ensuring compliance with transport, safety, and company procedures.
When not completing deliveries or collections, the role will support warehouse and production activities through general operative duties, helping maintain operational efficiency across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver who enjoys variety in their day, takes pride in safe and professional driving, and is willing to support wider operational activities as part of a collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities
Driving & Transport Duties
- Driving a 10 Tonne Curtain-side Rigid
- Complete local and national deliveries and collections in a safe, timely, and professional manner
- Transport products, materials, and equipment between customer sites, suppliers, and company locations
- Plan and follow delivery schedules and routes efficiently while adapting to operational requirements
- Carry out vehicle safety checks and ensure vehicles are maintained in a clean and roadworthy condition
- Ensure all loads are secured and transported safely in compliance with transport regulations and company procedures
- Maintain accurate transport, delivery, and collection documentation
- Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers, suppliers, and site personnel
- Support loading and unloading activities as required
General Operative Duties
- Support warehouse, stores, and production activities when not driving
- Assist with loading, unloading, packing, and movement of materials and equipment
- Help maintain organised, clean, and safe working areas
- Support stock handling and general operational tasks as required
- Assist wider teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operational activities
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Adhere to company health and safety policies and safe working procedures at all times
- Ensure compliance with road transport legislation and company driving standards
- Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects, issues, or maintenance requirements promptly
- Follow all manual handling and site safety procedures
- Maintain a professional and safety-focused approach in all work activities
Requirements
Experience & Background
- Previous experience in a truck driving or transport role
- Experience completing local and national runs
- Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or general operative environments is advantageous
- Good understanding of transport safety and compliance requirements
Qualifications
- Full clean category C driving licence
- Valid CPC certification and Tachograph card
- Forklift licence is advantageous
Skills & Competencies
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage schedules effectively
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
- Reliable, flexible, and willing to support operational activities as required
- Physically capable of carrying out manual handling and general operative duties
Personal Attributes
- Dependable and professional with a strong work ethic
- Positive, flexible, and team-oriented approach
- Takes pride in safe driving and quality of work
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Good attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance
What We Offer
- Full-time permanent role within a growing organisation
- 4-day work week
- Company pension scheme
- EAP programme
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Varied role combining driving and operational responsibilities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to €18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- DUBLIN 22, County Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
Experience:
- Truck driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Category C driving licence (required)
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
