Job Title: Hamper Picker and Packer - Athlone

Department: Logistics

Reports to: Warehouse Team Lead

​About the Company:

DPD Ireland leads the field in next day parcel delivery throughout Ireland, with 36 regionally based collection and delivery depots and a state of the art central sorting hub in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.    

​Purpose of the role:

The Hamper Picker and Packer will be responsible for handling all goods in the warehouse, from when they arrive, through careful storage, precise picking, and quality packing, right up to sending them out. This job is key to keeping accurate stock counts, making sure orders are filled correctly, and getting deliveries to customers on time. This role is a fixed term contract.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Hamper Building - ensuring quality of packing is maintained
• ​Picking and packing customer product
• ​Parcel labelling/relabelling
• Goods In
• ​Checking goods received
• ​Putting away of goods on shelves
• ​Sorting pallets/preparing for shipping
• ​Inventory and stock control / cycle counting
• ​Warehouse housekeeping
• ​Flexibility with regard to working hours is essential

The above list is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

Experience Preferred: 

• ​Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.

Qualifications Preferred: 

• ​Counterbalance / Reach Forklift License is a distinct advantage.

Skills Required: 

• Energy and enthusiasm with an ability to use own initiative
  
• Excellent team player with good attention to detail
  
• Good communication skills with good spoken English
  
• Good time management skills
  
• Strong work ethic with willingness to learn
  
• Open to variations in job role.​

Behaviours Required:

• ​Understands that we deliver the best service money can buy. Works hard to ensure the schedule is maintained.
• Flexible and passionate about learning and adopting new technology quickly to help achieve outcomes.
• Works hard to always please the end customer. Strives to meet demanding targets.
• Sustains pace and customer focus when under pressure. Works flexibly to overcome challenges
• Approachable, helpful, and relates well to people, all of the time. Shows respect, care and honesty with others.
• Acts on own initiative, solves problems and does things without needing constant direction.

DPD Ireland leads the field in next day parcel delivery throughout Ireland, with 36 regionally based collection and delivery depots and a state of the art central sorting hub in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

DPD Ireland are currently inviting applications for Warehouse Operatives (Night Operations) to join our team. 

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Requirements:

• Flexible working hours available
• Previous experience working in a warehouse is advantageous, but not essential
• Good communication skills with good spoken English
• Excellent team player with good attention to detail
• Good time management skills
• Energy and enthusiasm with an ability to use own initiative
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn

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Responsibilities: 

• Loading of parcels onto conveyor systems
• Unloading parcels from sorter
• Loading trailers loosely, palletised and/or onto cages
• Warehouse housekeeping
• Open to variations in job role, as required
• Inventory and stock control
• Parcel labelling/relabelling

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Employee Benefits Include:

• Personal Development
• Career Progression
• Pension scheme
• Holidays
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Free Uniform
• Employee Discounts
• On site parking
• Subsidised Canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Fun Employee & Family Events

Job Title: Transport Administrator

Department: Linehaul

Reports to: Transport Manager

About the Company:​

DPD Ireland leads the field in next day parcel delivery throughout Ireland, with 36 regionally based collection and delivery depots and a state of the art central sorting hub in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

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Purpose of the role:

A Transport Administrator plays a crucial role in ensuring all administration tasks are up to date in a timely manner. They are responsible for a variety of administrative and operational support tasks to ensure the efficient, timely, and compliant movement of goods.

Job Responsibilities:

• ​Update collection/delivery statuses and managing transport admin duties
• Handle transport queries and customer tracking request

• Input job data into transport systems quickly and accurately

• Deliver clear, professional communication across departments

• Maintain a flexible approach to meet deadlines and priorities 

• Create and manage job manifests

• Prepare KPI reports for domestic and international transport activities

• Handle queries and requests professionally, ensuring all matters are addressed promptly and effectively
  Process haulier invoices accurately and in a timely manner

• Ensure all plans include haulier information, route details, and share them promptly with hauliers and internal team

• Prepare, process, and accurately file all essential transportation documentation, including shipping manifests, delivery notes, invoices, and customs paperwork (where applicable).

• ​Maintain and update accurate records of logistics activities, vehicle history, driver logs, licenses, and training.

The above list is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

Experience Required: 

• ​A minimum of 2 years of proven experience in an administrative, coordination, or logistics role, specifically within the transport, freight, distribution, or supply chain industry is highly desirable

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Experience Preferred: 

• ​Prior experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS), fleet tracking software, or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software related to logistics is a significant advantage

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Skills Required: 

• ​Proven experience in an administrative role, preferably within a transport, logistics, or distribution environment.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and experience with transport management/logistics software.

• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• ​Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with the capacity to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.

• Knowledge of road transport regulations (e.g., driver hours, vehicle maintenance compliance).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. 

• Experience in providing comprehensive oral and written reports in a structured, clear and informative manner.

Behaviours Required: 

• ​Understands that we deliver the best service money can buy.
• Works hard to ensure the schedule is maintained.
• Flexible and passionate about learning and adopting new technology quickly to help achieve outcomes.
• Works hard to always please the end customer. Strives to meet demanding targets.
• Sustains pace and customer focus when under pressure. Works flexibly to overcome challenges.
• Approachable, helpful, and relates well to people, all of the time.
• Shows respect, care and honesty with others.
• Acts on own initiative, solves problems and does things without needing constant direction.

Closing date is Wednesday, 29th October 2025.

Job Title: Transport Supervisor

​Department: Linehaul

​Reports to: Transport Manager

About the Company: DPD Ireland leads the field in next day parcel delivery throughout Ireland, with 36 regionally based collection and delivery depots and a state of the art central sorting hub in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Purpose of the role:

We are currently recruiting a Transport Supervisor for the Day shift and Night shift in the Linehaul Team. 

The Transport Supervisor is a key role within this growing and developing operation. The primary function of the role is planning the transportation of parcels between the hub and the depots and customers in the most efficient way, analysing and manipulating the data available to enable the effective planning of resources. The successful candidate will report to the Transport manager.

Job Responsibilities:

• ​Developing forecasting models to predict and analyse freight volumes, patterns and staffing requirements 
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures in conjunction with union labour agreements in regard to staffing actions
• Monitoring vehicle maintenance schedules and ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and compliant with safety standards
• Leading and managing a team and conducting performance reviews
• Developing succession plans for the team
• Covering holidays and standing in for the Transport Manager
• Promoting our company values in their day to day activities
• Assisting the management of the transport operation to the satisfaction of the company, maintaining the required service levels within budgetary constraints and operational targets
• Addressing disciplinary issues with staff on the shift
• Planning and co-ordinating employee training and development through cross training and other company initiatives
• Conducting quarterly partnership reviews
• Responsible for all activities for all international parcels and group correspondence including responsibility for the service planner

The above list is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.​

Experience Required: 

• ​Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in transport or logistics operations.
•  Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role.

Qualifications Required: 

• ​Diploma or equivalent

Qualifications Preferred: 

• ​Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is a plus.
•  Transport qualifications / CPC in road haulage transportation management

Skills Required: 

• ​Supervisory experience with the ability to solve problems in a fast moving environment. 

• Previous experience of people - management and demonstrated ability in people motivation, organising and team building. 

• Ability to work independently, take initiative and meet critical deadlines. 

• Excellent written, verbal , analytical and communication skills. 

• Software skills, including Microsoft Office software and web-based applications. 

• Hands on, can-do attitude.

Skills Preferred: 

• ​Strong understanding of transport regulations and safety standards.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

• Proficient in using transport management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.

• Problem-solving abilities.

• Adaptable to changing priorities and challenging situations.

Closing date is Thursday, 30th October 2025.

Job Title: Telesales Executive

Department: Sales

Reports to: Telesales Supervisor

About the Company:

DPD Ireland leads the field in next day parcel delivery throughout Ireland, with 36 regionally based collection and delivery depots and a state of the art central sorting hub in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Purpose of the role:

The Telesales Executive will be working in a hybrid role, between home and our Athlone Head Office. They will be responsible for filtering, qualifying and converting inbound sales enquiries. They will also be expected to identify new customer opportunities for the company through outbound sales activity. This is a team orientated role, with full training and support provided. The Telesales executive will be working as part of a vibrant and dynamic team, in a role that presents ample scope for development and progression. The role offers an excellent starting salary alongside the opportunity to increase earnings with sales commission.

Job Responsibilities:

• ​Respond promptly and professionally to inbound sales inquiries. 
• ​Identify, profile and convert potential new customers and market sectors.
• Engage with Depots and Regional Sales executives around potential opportunities.
• Meet weekly, monthly and annual revenue targets.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential new business.
• Completion of paperwork and maintenance of accurate data within the sales database. 

The above list is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

Experience Preferred: 

• Entry- level position with full training provided. 
• ​Previous experience with customer interaction is an advantage.

Skills Required: 

• ​High level of communication skills, to include written, oral and presentation skills. 
• ​A reasonable level of technological proficiency.

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Behaviours Required: 

• Understands that we deliver the best service money can buy. Works hard to ensure the schedule is maintained.
• ​Flexible and passionate about learning and adopting new technology quickly to help achieve outcomes.
• ​Works hard to always please the end customer. Strives to meet demanding targets.
• Sustains pace and customer focus when under pressure. Works flexibly to overcome challenges.
• Approachable, helpful, and relates well to people, all of the time. Shows respect, care and honesty with others.
• Acts on own initiative, solves problems and does things without needing constant direction.​

Closing date is Monday, 10th November 2025.

Job Title: Customs Team Administrator

Department: Customs

Reports to: Deputy International Trade Manager

About the Company:

DPD Ireland leads the field in next day parcel delivery throughout Ireland, with 36 regionally based collection and delivery depots and a state of the art central sorting hub in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Purpose of the role:

We are recruiting a Customs Team Administrator to join the Customs Team. This team will be responsible for the Customs Clearance process for DPD Ireland and our customers. The customs team will work with all areas of the business to ensure smooth movement of parcels through the customs clearance process.

​Job Responsibilities:

• ​Helping our customers and colleagues understand the customs clearance process.
• ​Raising transit documents for trailers to the UK/NI/EU.
• Liaising with revenue and HMRC for any requirements to clear consignments into and out of the EU.
• Dealing with customer and consumer customs queries and complaints.
• Continual training in the Customs clearance process.
• Working with customers to resolve rejections of customs declarations.
• Liaising with DPD UK and other Business Units for any customs queries for customers, Revenue and HMRC.
• Resolving issues raised by Revenue /HMRC to clear goods into/out of the UK/EU.
• Reconciling with Revenue and HMRC any differences between manifests submitted and actual consignments received.
• Processing payments for customs charges.
• Providing any documentation required to clear goods into or out of the EU to Revenue or HMRC.

• Dealing with any requirements or requests from Revenue.
• Ensuring Union Custom Code requirements are followed for all declarations.

The above list is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

Experience Preferred: 

• ​Experience in Customer service is an advantage however not essential.
• ​Experience in Customs is advantageous but not essential as full training would be provided.

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Skills Required: 

• ​Must have a strong attention to detail.
• ​Hold excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Be proactive and organised with multitasking ability.
• Possesses ability to work under pressure.
• Be enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Work well on your own and as part of a team. 

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Behaviours Required: 

• ​Understands that we deliver the best service money can buy. Works hard to ensure the schedule is maintained.
• ​Flexible and passionate about learning and adopting new technology quickly to help achieve outcomes.
• Works hard to always please the end customer. Strives to meet demanding targets.
• Sustains pace and customer focus when under pressure. Works flexibly to overcome challenges.
• Approachable, helpful, and relates well to people, all of the time. Shows respect, care and honesty with others.
• Acts on own initiative, solves problems and does things without needing constant direction.

Closing date is Tuesday, 4th November 2025.

Job Title: IT Integration Engineer

Department: IT Support

Reports to: IT Service Desk Manager

​About the Company:

​DPD Ireland leads the field in next day parcel delivery throughout Ireland, with 36 regionally based collection and delivery depots and a state of the art central sorting hub in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Purpose of the role:

As an IT Integration Engineer, you will be providing technical customer support and

responding to customers' requirements. You will be dealing with a wide range of customers, partners and the technical staff they employ, so being able to articulate the functionality and benefits of DPD Integration Solution is a critical success factor. In the role the IT Integration Engineer will be immersed in a fast paced and agile development environment where you will be involved in testing and delivering Integration solutions while collaborating closely with DPD customers, development and sales teams.

Job Responsibilities:

• Identify requirements by analysing customer needs; speak with potential and actual clients and other stakeholders to understand the requirements and what kind of Integration is the most sufficient for a customer. 
• Define test scope. Build and maintain a suite of tests to ensure DPD Integration Request is delivered on time and exceeds expectations.
• Identify test data required and manage the set-up of the same.
• Liaise with the relevant departments and customers to resolve potential issues.
• Support users by developing documentation and assistance tools. 

The above list is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the  organisation.

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Experience Preferred: 

• ​Customer facing experience

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Qualifications Preferred: 

• ​Educated to degree level or equivalent  
• ​Technical qualification desirable

Skills Required: 

• ​Product demonstration & implementation skills 
• Good analytical & problem solving skills
• Demonstrate passion, enthusiasm and innovation
• Self-confidence, which translates well for customers, partners and colleagues
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Fluent in English

Behaviours Required: 

• Understands that we deliver the best service money can buy. Works hard to ensure the schedule is maintained.
• Flexible and passionate about learning and adopting new technology quickly to help achieve outcomes.
• ​Works hard to always please the end customer. Strives to meet demanding targets.
• Sustains pace and customer focus when under pressure. Works flexibly to overcome challenges.
• Approachable, helpful, and relates well to people, all of the time. Shows respect, care and honesty with others.
• Acts on own initiative, solves problems and does things without needing constant direction.

Closing date is Friday, 7th November 2025.