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. This role is a 3 month fixed term opportunity. 

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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

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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We are currently recruiting a Regional Sales Executive working as part of the Sales Team. The Regional Sales role offers candidates an exciting opportunity to join a winning team in a dynamic and exciting sector. Successful candidates will be field based and responsible for business development in the Cork and Kerry region. The role offers great development potential for highly motivated self starters who thrive in a fast paced, competitive environment. 

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Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for delivering new business revenue targets within the assigned region.

• Responding professionally to all sales enquiries within the region.

• Identifying & profiling potential new customers and converting leads into new business.

• Develop a pipeline of potential new business within a CRM platform.

• Build a thorough knowledge of the region including competitor activity networking opportunities, existing customer base & depot capabilities.

• Responsible for managing a positive working relationship with their depot teams and promoting sustainable business development in their area.

• Reporting & corresponding with all relevant departments needed to support the sales process and new business activation.

• Report & present on regional sales activity.

• Managing the activation and handover of new business after initial trading period

Requirements:

• Sales experience is essential for this role.

• Industry experience is advantageous but not essential.

• Third level education preferred.

• Experience selling services in B2B setting is advantageous. 

• Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM platform is advantageous but not essential.

• High level of communication skills, including written, oral and presentation skills programs.

• Ambitious self-starter with the confidence and drive to proactively manage their own schedule and time, as well as creating their own opportunities.

• Motivated by a competitive target driven environment.

• Full, clean Irish driving license and access to own car for daily field activity.

Package:

• Full time position after an initial 6-month probation period.
• Competitive basic salary & commission structure.
• Mileage & expense allowances.
• Use of smart phone & personal laptop.

Application Process:

Closing date for applications is Friday, 30th May 2025. 

Job Title: Junior Database Administrator

​Department: IT

Reports to: Infrastructure & Security 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're expanding our IT Department and seeking a Junior Database Administrator (DBA). This role provides an excellent opportunity to join our skilled team and learn alongside experienced database professionals. Reporting to the IT Infrastructure and Security Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the administration and maintenance of our database systems.

​Job Responsibilities:

​Assist with installing, configuring, and patching database environments (Progress OE12, MySQL, and MSSQL).

• Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, and performance monitoring.
• Support the development and testing of database queries and stored procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues.
• Assist in maintaining database security and data integrity.
• Develop and update technical documentation for our database systems.

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 Required:​

• Basic understanding of relational database management systems (RDBMS), preferably some exposure to Progress OE12, MySQL, or MSSQL.
• Familiarity with SQL and database query concepts.

​Experience Preferred: ​

• Experience with scripting or programming (e.g., Python, Shell, Scripting)
• Knowledge of database performance tuning techniques.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems.

​Qualifications Required:​

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

​Skills Required: ​

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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, 20th June 2025.

Job Title: Fleet Administrator

Department: Linehaul

Reports to:  Fleet 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:

A Fleet Administrator plays a crucial support role within the fleet department, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations and administrative efficiency of the vehicle fleet.

Job Responsibilities:

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• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records for all fleet vehicles (e.g., registration, tax, insurance, service history and mileage).
•  Maintaining driver records, including licenses, training, and any infringements.
• Utilising and updating fleet management software/systems (telematics, etc.) to ensure data integrity.
• Managing fuel card registers, adding new cards, removing old ones.
• Co ordinating with depots to get routine preventative maintenance, inspections (e.g., CVRT in Ireland), and repairs for vehicles completed.
• Liaising with internal workshops or external service providers to book appointments and track progress.
• Monitoring vehicle downtime and working to minimise it through efficient scheduling.
• Processing purchase orders and invoices related to maintenance and repairs.
• Ensuring all vehicles and drivers comply with relevant Irish and EU regulations (e.g., road tax, insurance).
• Maintaining records for compliance audits.
• Assisting with the acquisition and disposal of vehicles (e.g., processing hire orders for new leased vehicles, arranging vehicle reallocations).
• Coordinating vehicle movements and replacements.
• Arranging vehicle livery for new or long-term hires.
• Responding to general enquiries from depots, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Coordinating off-hire requests and vehicle returns.
• Generating various reports (e.g., telematics, maintenance costs, compliance status) for the Fleet Supervisor.
• Assisting in identifying trends and potential areas for cost savings or efficiency improvements.
• Providing comprehensive administrative support to the fleet supervisor and depot network.
• Maintaining correspondence, preparing documents, and filing systems.
• Assisting with ad-hoc projects as required.

​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:

• 2+ years’ experience in an Administration role in a large organisation.
• Knowledge of the Motor/Fleet Industry: Experience in a similar environment (transport, logistics, hire, garage, or vehicle leasing) is often essential or highly desirable.
• ​Basic Motor Mechanical Knowledge: Beneficial for understanding maintenance requests and issues.

​Skills Preferred:

• Strong Administrative and Organisational Skills: Meticulous attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks, and excellent time management.
• Computer Proficiency: Highly competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) 
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, with a polite, friendly, and diplomatic manner for dealing with internal staff, drivers, and external suppliers.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues and proactively seek solutions.
• Team Player: Collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues.
• Proactive and Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• ​Full Clean Driving License 

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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 Friday, 13th June 2025.

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