Warehouse Assistants

Ikea; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

IKEA discount

Life Assurance

Enhanced pension contributions

Paid leave & study

Job summary

IKEA Southampton is seeking Warehouse Assistants to join the Fulfilment team. The role involves manual handling of heavy stock and working around forklifts to move goods efficiently on site.

Applicants should be comfortable with safety standards, prioritising workloads, and using warehouse IT systems. Various part-time shift patterns are available, with a start date in late October.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform Manual handling of heavy stock.
• Experience operating or working around Forklift trucks or similar equipment is beneficial.
• Comfortable using warehouse IT systems to track stock and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manual handling of heavy stock.
• Work around heavy machinery such as forklift trucks.
• Follow safety protocols for a secure warehouse environment.
• Prioritise and organise workload to meet daily targets.
• Use IT systems to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Skills

Manual handling

Forklift operation

IT systems

Tools

Warehouse IT systems

Job description

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role? We are seeking Warehouse Assistants to join various areas within our Fulfilment team in IKEA Southampton. In IKEA we call these Fulfilment Operations Co-workers. As part of our fantastic team you'll help ensure all of our products ranging from LACK Coffee Tables to PAX Wardrobes are available to meet our customers, to do this you must be comfortable with extensive manual handling.,

• 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.
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 with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend an assessment centre.
We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Backgrounds checks must be completed by all successful candidates for the Replenishment Area.
• Medical questionnaire
  
  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.
• Be comfortable with manual handling.
  
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  The Start Date of employment will be the 25th October 2026
• This role offers £13.45 per hour.
• Various contract sizes and shift patterns from 12 - 24 hours per week, all working 3 out of 4 weekends - you will be asked your preference as part during your application.
WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work everyday, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.
• 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
• Given Day - Additional days' paid leave to take at any point during the year, when it's important for you
• LinkedIn Learning & Rosetta Stone subscriptions