Warehouse Assistant

IKEA; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global home furnishings retailer is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Assistant to join their dynamic team in Peterborough. In this full-time role, you will play a crucial part in keeping operations smooth, handling goods safely and effectively. Ideal candidates will have MHE experience or a strong desire to learn, alongside good organisational skills. Additional benefits include a competitive hourly rate, discounts, and a flexible holiday plan, making this an excellent opportunity to contribute to a better everyday life for customers.

Benefits

15% discount on IKEA products

Life Assurance of 3 times your pay

Flexi Holiday Plan

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse and MHE experience is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Must be self-reliant and motivated to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Receive goods, pick and pack orders accurately.
• Manually handle heavy stock and ensure safety protocols.
• Work efficiently with heavy machinery to transport goods.

Skills

MHE experience

Ability to prioritise

Organisational skills

Motivation

Tools

Forklift trucks

Pump trucks

Job description

IKEA Peterborough CDC are looking to welcome a Warehouse Assistant working Full-time to join our hard-working fulfilment team.

Ready to make a difference? We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our fast-paced warehouse team. Whether you’ve got MHE experience or just the drive to learn, you’ll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly—handling goods, working safely around machinery, and keeping things organised with precision and care.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Start Date of employment will be 25th of February, 4th of March, 11th of March, 18th of March and 25th of March.
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.45 per hour with an additional Forklift Truck allowance of £1.50.
• 40 hours per week working 5 days over 7 with weekend working required. Working rotational shifts of 06:00am – 14:00pm and 14:00pm – 22:00pm.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 3 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Flexi Holiday Plan.
• Family Friendly childcare & wellbeing support.

...as well so much more!

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• Previous warehouse and MHE experience is preferred but not essential, all you will need is the motivation to make things happen in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability of staying on top of things—quick to prioritise, organised, and always tuned in to the little details that make a big difference.
• Be self-reliant and motivated, ready to work independently and as part of our team.
• Due to health and safety regulations all applicants must be over the age of 18.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Receiving goods with accuracy, picking and packing orders and keeping accurate records of stock levels.
• Manual Handling of heavy stock. Training will be provided.
• Working with or around heavy machinery, such as, Forklift trucks, counterbalance, pump trucks, to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse.
• Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for our co-workers.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV and cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a HireVue interview and upon successful completion invited to an assessment centre.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

For any advice or support, email [e-mail] and I will be happy to help!

We’re the team behind the scenes that make the IKEA products available to the many people. As a diverse mix of co-workers we use our supply process expertise to balance range and space capacity with forecasting and ordering to provide customers with high availability while minimizing costs. If you’ve wonder who’s responsible for finding effective and efficient ways of picking up the products for our customers, that’s us. We’re passionate about working together to improve the customer experience at IKEA!