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Warehouse and General Operative
Cricket Ireland
Cricket Ireland is the National Governing Body for the Sport for the island of Ireland. It is responsible for setting the strategic direction and the administration of cricket on the island of Ireland.
Job Posted- 6 Jan 2025
Status- Full Time
Location- Ireland
Closing date- 16 Jan 2025
Cricket Ireland is the governing body for the game at both performance and participation levels throughout the island of Ireland, representing the interests of both the men’s and women’s game. The future of Irish cricket is incredibly bright given the growth of the sport driven by significant success on the international stage in the last decade leading to unprecedented visibility for Irish cricket at home and abroad.
THE POSITION
We are seeking an experienced Warehouse and General Operative that will contribute to the daily operations of Cricket Ireland, ensuring smooth functionality across the organisation’s activities. The role encompasses managing the Cricket Ireland Warehouse Facility, located near the Cricket Ireland HQ in Kinsealy, and performing a variety of general operative duties. Responsibilities include manual handling, lifting, moving equipment, light DIY tasks, and other physical activities necessary to support organisational operations.
This is a full-time permanent position with flexible working hours, requiring increased involvement during the cricket season (May to September).
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. Warehouse Operations
- Assist with unloading vehicles and managing the checking in/out of stock at the Cricket Ireland Warehouse.
- Perform occasional driving duties, such as deliveries, collections, and services.
- Maintain tidiness and organisation within the warehouse.
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures, ensuring safe conditions and working practices at Cricket Ireland facilities.
- Adhere to company and statutory health and safety policies.
2. General Operations
- Perform general DIY tasks, including minor facility repairs at the Cricket Ireland HQ and Warehouse.
- Ensure timely completion of minor maintenance tasks, such as fixing door handles, assembling furniture, moving items, and installing shelves.
- Attend relevant training courses or sessions (some of which may be off-site).
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
- Undertake other reasonable duties as required.
3. Cricket Operations
- Manage team kits for all Ireland teams, match officials, and staff, particularly from January to June.
- Coordinate deliveries, sorting, stocking, and barcoding of teams’ merchandise clothing and equipment.
- Pack team kit orders and deliver them to players, team managers, or Provincial Unions as needed.
- Maintain accurate stock records using a designated software package.
- Conduct warehouse inventory controls with key internal stakeholders (Cricket, Commercial, and Finance Departments) and produce quarterly reports)
- Coordinate printing and embroidery processes for team kits as required.
- Assist with clothing and equipment allocations for players and staff.
- Support baggage movements, including deliveries to/from airports.
4. Event Operations
- Provide support to the Cricket Ireland Events Team in delivering match operations (typically May to September).
- Assist with the setup and takedown of Cricket Ireland events.
5. Commercial Operations
- Help manage event inventory, such as signage and banners.
- Oversee logistics and distribution of event inventory.
- Assist with the installation of signage at cricket grounds.
- Support inventory and stock supply for retail units at Cricket Ireland matches.
6. Participation Operations
- Assist with managing Participation Department inventory and kit.
- Support the distribution of equipment and kit as required.
The successful candidate should have the following skills, education, and experience.
Skills and Competencies:
- Basic IT literacy, particularly in Excel, Outlook, and Stock Management Systems.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Flexibility and willingness to work weekends during cricket season (May to September).
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
- A proactive, “can-do” attitude and ability to take initiative.
- Strong focus on health and safety practices, contributing to a safety-first culture.
Qualifications:
- Relevant qualifications or demonstrated experience in warehouse operations, general maintenance, or similar roles.
- A current, clean driver’s license, with eligibility to drive a van (over 25 years old, in accordance with insurance policy).
- Garda Vetting Clearance or Safeguarding certification.
Experience:
- Previous experience in warehouse operations, general maintenance, or manual labour.
- Experience with stock management and inventory control is preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage time effectively.
- Experience in handling team kit and merchandise, event logistics, or similar activities would be an advantage.
Note: The role requires flexibility, a hands-on approach, and a willingness to contribute to various
operational areas within Cricket Ireland.
Remuneration:
Competitive, dependent on experience.
How To Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' to email your CV along with a covering letter explaining why you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role to Sarah Kenny.
The closing date for applications is Thursday, 16th January 2025.
If you are shortlisted following the application process, interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.