Vehicle Handler

About National Vehicle Distribution

National Vehicle Distribution (NVD) is a family-run business that began in 1980 to support vehicle manufacturers with prompt, damage-free delivery of their vehicles. Over the years, the company has developed a full-service outbound logistics offering that covers transporting, storing, and preparing vehicles before they reach their final destination. NVD has also been an early adopter of digital solutions in the vehicle logistics industry, using technology to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen service quality.

Role overview

This position focuses on the safe, accurate, and efficient handling of vehicles across storage yards and loading areas. The work includes checking vehicles when they arrive and when they leave, carrying out stock counts, and keeping compounds in good condition and compliant with operational standards.

The role involves moving a large number of vehicles each day, usually 60 or more, between assigned locations while following safety procedures and maintaining care and accuracy. You will support the operations team in keeping vehicle movement smooth, well organised, and compliant.

This is an on-site role in Baldonnell, County Dublin, and it requires a full driving licence, a willingness to work shifts including evenings and up to six days per week, and comfort working outdoors in changing weather conditions. A reliable attitude, a positive approach, and the ability to drive both cars and light commercial vehicles are essential.

Compensation & benefits

• Hourly pay of €17.00, which includes a shift premium paid at an equivalent of 3.9 hours at the standard hourly rate.
• Pension scheme.
• Death in service cover.
• Access to a digital GP service.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Long service recognition awards.
• Staff purchase benefits covering tyres, tools, bike-to-work support, and discounted gym membership.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles as they arrive and before they leave the site.
• Move vehicles between compounds and designated areas as required.
• Carry out checks specific to each vehicle.
• Complete stock audits and inventory checks.
• Help maintain the general condition and upkeep of compounds.

Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors and on a rotating shift pattern.
• Willingness to travel and work across multiple compounds.
• Availability to work evening shifts and up to six days per week.
• Full driving licence.
• Positive, dependable work ethic.
• Comfortable driving cars and light commercial vehicles.

Equal opportunities

NVD is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace. The company promotes openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence, and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital or civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or membership of the Traveller community, in line with Irish and UK equality legislation.