Rigger / Forklift Driver / Gantry Crane Operator

Position: Rigger / Forklift Driver / Gantry Crane Operator (Evening shift)

Location: Carlow

Working Hours: 4:30pm – 1:30am

Role purpose

We are looking for a reliable, safety-conscious and experienced Rigger / Forklift Driver / Gantry Crane Operator to join our evening tshift manufacturing team. The successful candidate will support the safe movement, lifting and positioning of steel components, materials and completed modules throughout the factory. Working closely with the evening shift supervisors and production teams, the role will help ensure operations run safely and efficiently.

Key responsibilities

· Safely operate forklifts and overhead gantry cranes in a busy manufacturing environment.

· Carry out rigging, slinging and lifting operations involving large steel structures and components.

· Safely move, lift and position large steel modules and assemblies.

· Assist with loading and unloading deliveries and organising materials around the factory.

· Ensure materials and components are delivered to the correct production areas when required.

· Coordinate with fabrication, fitout and finishing teams to support production requirements.

· Complete daily equipment checks and report defects or maintenance requirements.

· Ensure lifting equipment, chains, slings and accessories are inspected and used correctly.

· Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

· Follow company health and safety procedures and safe systems of work.

Essential Requirements

· Previous experience operating forklifts in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

· Experience operating overhead gantry cranes.

· Previous experience in rigging, slinging and lifting operations.

· Relevant and valid forklift and crane operating certificates.

· Good understanding of lifting safety and load management.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.

· Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude.

Desirable Experience

· Experience working with large steel structures or modular buildings.

· Experience moving heavy and oversized loads.

· Previous experience in steel fabrication or manufacturing.

· Knowledge of lifting plans and safe load-handling procedures