THE COMPANY
DACHSER are one of the world’s leading logistics companies, combining the power of a multinational firm with the values of a traditional family-owned enterprise, operating for over 30 years in the Irish market. DACHSER Ireland have branches in Dublin, Limerick and Cork.
FROM APPRENTICE TO EXPERT IN WORLDWIDE LOGISTICS
DACHSER Ireland are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and passionate logistics apprentice who will undertake the Logistics Associate Apprenticeship programme commencing in September 2026 in TU Dublin.
PURPOSE OF ROLE
At DACHSER you will take an active part in shaping your apprenticeship whilst passing through various departments in order to deepen your specialist knowledge of logistics. You will be able to build up your network at DACHSER and collaborate on all manner of projects both national and international. With your apprenticeship at DACHSER, you will become a part of a family company whose future is assured.
MOVE YOUR FUTURE
This is a two-year programme involving one day per week of classroom training in TU Dublin, and four days working on site at our premises in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin. On successful completion you will obtain a Level 6 QQI certification.
BENEFITS THAT SUPPORT YOU
At DACHSER, we believe in taking care of our people — inside and outside of work. Here’s what you can enjoy as part of our team:
- Free Car Parking — hassle-free parking every day, so your commute is stress-free.
- Life Assurance — Death in Service benefit to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- Employee Assistance Programme — confidential support to help you manage any personal challenges affecting your wellbeing and work.
- Employee Discounts — from day one, access exclusive deals on holidays, fashion, supermarkets, insurance, and more.
- Pension Plan — a flexible, tax-efficient pension scheme where you decide your contribution level, helping you plan.
- Health Perks — reimbursement of approved VDU eye wear and annual flu vaccination to keep you feeling your best.
- Internal Referral Fees — know someone perfect for the team? Earn rewards by referring great talent.
- Bike to work scheme available
- PPT Forklift Licence – receive training and qualify for a licence to use PPT Forklift machinery
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
Apprentices must meet the educational criteria for Logistics Associate Apprenticeship programme.
- H7/O6 or above in five leaving certificate (or equivalent) subjects. A minimum of grade O6 must be obtained in English. A minimum of grade O6 or a B2 or above in Foundation level must be obtained in mathematics.
- Holders of a QQI Level 5 or Level 6 (or equivalent) in cognate areas (e.g. business, logistics and distribution, supply chain management, etc
- Applicants may also be eligible to become apprentices via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)..
- Visit www.laa.ie for more information.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
We are seeking enthusiastic, committed and driven candidates, who are eager to learn across multiple areas of the business and develop a career in logistics.
*Own transport is essential as site is not connected to any public transport network*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €14.15 per hour
Application question(s):
- Current location?
- Do you have your own transport?
Education:
- Leaving Certificate (preferred)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
