Hi-Therm Homes Ltd. are looking for a Precast Yard Operative (Truck & Forklift)
Role Overview:
Responsible for the safe movement of finished concrete units (walls, floors, beams, stairs) from the production hall to the storage yard. This involves loading the precast product onto trailers using gantry crane or forklift. This is a safety-critical role involving heavy lifting equipment and an artic tractor unit to shunt the trailers out to the storage yard.
Key Responsibilities:
* Internal Shunting: Operate shunting vehicles to transport precast units from the factory floor to designated storage bays in the yard.
* Loading Operations: Safely load outbound trailers using Gantry Cranes and Heavy-Duty Forklifts, ensuring loads are balanced and secured
* Yard Management: Organize the storage yard to ensure "First-In, First-Out" logic is applied to deliveries.
* Equipment Maintenance: Perform daily pre-use checks on forklifts and shunting trucks; report any defects to the Plant Manager.
* Ad-hoc Tasks: Assist production teams and management with general yard duties as required to maintain factory flow.
Essential Requirements:
* Plant Experience: Proven experience operating artic tractor unit and forklift
* Gantry/Overhead Crane: Experience in overhead crane operation is highly desirable.
* Health & Safety Conscious: A "Safety First" mindset regarding pedestrian-plant segregation at all times
Working Conditions:
* Location: 100% Factory-based (no CPC or HGV license required for public roads).
* Hours: Typical factory shifts (e.g., 07:00 – 17:30).
What We Offer:
* Weekly Pay: Consistent weekly payroll to assist with personal budgeting.
* A collaborative, supportive work environment where ideas are valued.
* Fixed Location: 100% factory-based in Borris-in-Ossory; no long-distance driving or overnight stays required.
* Career Progression: Clear pathways into Yard Lead or Production Supervisory roles.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €864.00-€1,000.00 per week
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Borris in Ossory, County Laois: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person