BackgroundAtkins is a long established and leading player in the farm machinery and garden machinery sectors. From our headquarters at Carrigrohane road we also operate a successful gardencentre which is an important part of the company's offering. Ahead of the forthcoming season we have a vacancy for a full time and permanent general assistant to support instore operations and deliveries.Job PurposeAs an all-rounder on the garden centre team contribute to providing a high level of customer service, store presentation, stock control and delivery service.Key ResponsibilitiesServe customers efficiently and with courtesy at the till, offering help where needed;Help keep the shop, external plants section, goods inwards area and warehouse well maintained, i.e. areas clean, stock well presented, passageways clear, trolleys available, packing materials disposed of correctly, etc.;Assist with stock management processes as required – checking off deliveries, putting away goods in the warehouse, assembly of furniture and barbeques, merchandising, packing up online sales orders, stocktaking, etc .;Deliver items to customers using the company van (standard B license);Be knowledgeable on gardening and our portfolio so as to be able to offer recommendations and advice.Experience & Qualifications RequiredAt least 2nd level education completed;Full driving license (category b) with at most 3 penalty points required;Minimum two years post education work experience required;Education/work experience in a gardening related field an advantage;Fork lift driving experience an advantage;English language fluency required;IT fluency expected.Skills & Traits SoughtA positive attitude, good work ethic and a customer service disposition;An ability and willingness to lift products (some manual handling is inevitable);Flexibility to work a variable working week (inc. weekends) pattern;An appreciation of gardening/nature an advantage.Job DimensionsReports To : Gardenworld ManagerJob location : Carrigrohane Road, T12 TX84. WFH not applicable.Structure : Permanent & full time. Opening hours Monday – Saturday 09:00 – 17:30 + Sundays & Bank holidays in season 12:00 - 17:30Remn. : €14.15/hr. - €16/hr.Commission : Yes, commencing after 12 monthsPension : Yes, attractive group schemeJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: €14.15-€16.00 per hourExpected hours: 39 per weekBenefits:Company pensionEmployee discountOn-site parkingProfit sharingExperience:post education work: 2 years (required)Licence/Certification:B Driving Licence (required)Work Location: In person