General Operative - Parcel Operative - Cork

Job Purpose

The General Operative plays a key role in ensuring the efficient movement, sorting, handling and dispatch of parcels throughout the GLS network. The successful candidate will work as part of a team to ensure operational targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

● Parcel Handling & Processing

· Load and unload delivery vehicles, trailers and containers safely and efficiently.

· Sort parcels accurately using handheld scanning equipment and automated systems.

· Move parcels to designated locations within the depot.

· Assist in the preparation of outbound shipments and route allocation.

· Ensure all parcels are handled with care to minimise damage.

● Warehouse Operations

· Pick, pack and prepare items for dispatch where required.

· Maintain accurate records through scanning and warehouse management systems.

· Assist with stock control and inventory checks.

· Support operational activities during peak periods.

● Health, Safety & Compliance

· Adhere to all company Health & Safety policies and procedures.

· Follow manual handling guidelines and safe working practices.

· Report hazards, incidents, damaged goods or operational issues promptly.

· Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

● Teamwork & Performance

· Work collaboratively with colleagues across all operational areas.

· Meet productivity, accuracy and quality targets.

· Demonstrate flexibility to work across different operational functions as required.

· Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Person Specification

– Essential Requirements

· Good level of spoken and written English.

· Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

· Reliable, punctual and flexible approach to work.

· Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

· Commitment to health and safety standards.

● Desirable Requirements

· Previous warehouse, logistics or parcel handling experience.

· Experience using handheld scanners or warehouse management systems.

· Manual Handling certification.

· Forklift licence or MHE experience.

● Working Conditions

· Shift-based operation including early mornings, evenings, nights and weekends.

· Frequent manual handling and lifting.

· Fast-paced warehouse and logistics environment.

● Benefits

· Competitive hourly rate.

· Overtime opportunities.

· Pension scheme.

· Training and development opportunities.

· Bike to Work Scheme.

· Employee wellbeing initiatives.

GLS is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Pay: €14.15 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Experience:

• Warehouse: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person