Warehouse Assistants

IKEA; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading home furnishings retailer in Belfast is looking for a Warehouse Assistant to support its Fulfilment team. The ideal candidate will have organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.60 and various benefits including store discounts and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

15% store discount

Life Assurance

Free meal each shift

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Compliance with health and safety guidelines necessitates that applicants are 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Manual handling of heavy stock.
• Working with heavy machinery to transport goods safely.
• Prepare and label customers orders for delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work with IT systems

Initiative

Tools

Forklift trucks

Pump trucks

Job description

Job ID: 310517

Date posted: 27/09/2025

Overview

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role? We are seeking Warehouse Assistants to join our Fulfilment team in IKEA Belfast. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Help us ensure that our operations run smoothly and efficiently and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication.

What we offer

• Start Date of employment will be: End of October/start of November 2025
• Competitive hourly rate of £12.60 per hour
• 24 & 30-hour contracts, working shifts that include evenings and weekends.

We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

Benefits

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save €100’s on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Enjoy a free hot or cold meal option every shift

..as well so much more!

What you’ll need to have

• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential, all you will need is the enthusiasm to thrive in an active workplace.
• Ability to prioritise and organise your workload swiftly and with attention to detail.
• Ability to work with IT systems to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure you are prepared to initiate tasks on your own initiative and to participate productively in group efforts.
• Compliance with health and safety guidelines necessitates that applicants are 18 years of age or older.

What you’ll be doing day to day

• Manual handling of heavy stock.
• 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 both our customers and co-workers.
• Prepare and label customers orders ready for delivery.
• Load prepared products onto vans to be delivered.
• Collaborate with other departments across the store.

Recruitment process information

• We are an equal opportunities employer. Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
• Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face to face interview.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. We are unable to accept applications made via email and encourage you to apply online as soon as possible. For any advice or support, email and I will be happy to help!