Logistics firm Primeline creates 400 new at Ashbourne site
Logistics company Primeline Group has announced 400 jobs across a range of disciplines, with the opening of a €50 million distribution hub in Ashbourne
The supply chain company, which is Ireland’s largest independent provider of logistics services, employs around 1,100 people across its operations in the Republic which are largely based in Ashbourne making it a leading employer in the county.
The newly created positions will be spread across a range of disciplines, the company has reported. Roles are set to be available across the company’s IT, operations and sales divisions.
The logistic group’s fleet of vehicles makes more than 25,000 deliveries to around 7,500 locations across Ireland every week. This follows the development of a logistics network by the group which covers every town in Ireland.
The new development is the largest Irish-owned net zero energy building compliant distribution centre at 360,000sq ft in size and is located at Primeline Group’s headquarters at Ashbourne Business Park.
The new development, which is three times the size of the Croke Park pitch, will add to the company’s footprint which currently spans over 1 million sq feet across ten industrial units in Ireland and the UK.
Chief People & Culture Officer at Primeline Group Nikki Mullin outlines the kind of roles which will be available at the new facility: “We are currently recruiting for a variety of positions across IT, Operations & Sales for this state-of-the-art facility. We are always keen to engage with colleagues whose values are aligned to ours and who prioritise their dedication to teamwork, great communication and a can-do attitude so that, together, we deliver a World Class Customer Experience. We are super proud of the brilliantly diverse team we have and at the core of our colleague offering is our commitment to creating a flexible & supportive environment where colleagues can be at their best day in day out ”
Minister for Enterprise Trade and Employment Peter Burke, TD welcomed news of the development in the town: “The story of Primeline Group is one of ambition and entrepreneurship, and the group has built a truly impressive presence across Ireland and the UK. Bringing this new addition online will no doubt be a major asset to its growth in Ashbourne and the wider region. I’d like to congratulate the Primeline team on reaching this milestone and wish them the very best of luck for the next step on their journey ”.
CEO of Enterprise Ireland Leo Clancy says Primeline Group’s growth is an excellent example of the potential for Irish business: “This company’s success is rooted in their ability to deliver on a first-class customer experience while also keeping an eye to the future of where the growth opportunities lie. A key goal for Enterprise Ireland is to support companies to make the transition to the low-carbon, resource-efficient economy of the future and we are delighted to work with Tim, Danny and the team to support them on advancing their sustainability plans for the company. I would like to congratulate Primeline on today’s significant expansion announcement in Ashbourne and wish them the very best with this impressive net zero hub.”
Primeline Group’s fleet of vehicles makes over 25,000 deliveries to more than 7,500 outlets around Ireland each week. The Group has developed its logistics network to ensure it covers every town in Ireland every day. Its sales colleagues call on more than 3,000 retail outlets monthly.
The new hub was designed to minimise the impact on the surrounding area of its energy use, in line with Primeline Group's determination to play its part in addressing environmental concerns. As a net zero energy building compliant facility, the building respects local targets for energy use and uses all renewable energy sources.
Hiring for the new hub is underway and more information on the company and roles on offer is available via the company’s website.