Job Description

We invite applications for the position of

Forklift Driver

We are building a future that embraces innovation, sustainability, and diversity.

We are a business that will bring out the best in you - providing great opportunities for people with ambition and drive. People are at the heart of our company – It is undoubtedly the pride and passion of our colleagues that makes us stand out from the crowd. Our success simply would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our employees. If you are as excited about our future as we are, then we’d love to hear how you can help us shape it. We are always looking for new talent to help build and grow our company and our brands. Our careers are journeys paved with richness, accomplishments, and a few beers and ciders with friends or strangers along the way. Your journey will be one of close connections and growing friendships as is the beating heart of our company. We collaborate with colleagues in every single other function to do what HEINEKEN does best: brew the highest quality, premium beers, and ciders.

Department: Logistics
Location: Ladyswell Brewery, Cork
Reporting To: Logistics Team Leader / Shift Manager

Role Purpose

To safely and efficiently operate forklift equipment within the Logistics Yard, ensuring the accurate movement, storage, loading, and unloading of finished goods while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork. The role supports the daily logistics operation and helps ensure customer service requirements are achieved. A consistent focus on safety, operational performance, space utilisation, and teamwork is expected.

Hours of Work

• Hours of work will be scheduled between 7:00am and 11:00pm
• The successful candidate must be flexible and available to work across all shift patterns within these operating hours.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required to support business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklift trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load and unload vehicles in accordance with company procedures.
• Transport finished goods and packaging materials throughout the site.
• Complete stock movements accurately using warehouse management systems and handheld devices.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the Logistics Yard.
• Ensure trailers, loading bays, and storage locations are utilised effectively.
• Carry out daily forklift inspections and report any defects immediately.
• Comply with all Health & Safety policies, procedures, and site rules.
• Assist with inventory counts and stock accuracy activities.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse, transport, production, and customer service teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics operation.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Adhere to all HEINEKEN safety standards and procedures.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Report hazards, near misses, and incidents promptly.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Operate equipment only when trained and authorised to do so. Safety performance is a key expectation of the role.

Key Performance Measures

• Safety performance.
• Use & lead TPM activities
• Loading and unloading accuracy.
• Stock accuracy.
• Space utilisation.
• Productivity and efficiency.
• Damage reduction.
• Customer service performance.
• Team engagement and collaboration.
• Compliance with company systems and processes.

• Valid Forklift Truck License (Counterbalance minimum).
• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic IT and system usage skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in FMCG, brewing, or beverage logistics operations.
• Reach Truck qualifications.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Continuous improvement or TPM experience.

Personal Attributes

• Safety-focused.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Positive team player.
• Customer focused.
• Results-oriented with a commitment to high-performance standards.