Early Mornings Forklift Driver

Tillverkning och produktion

I korthet

IKEA Reading is hiring full-time Forklift Drivers to join their Fulfilment Operations team. You will be responsible for safely operating a forklift to move products within the warehouse, ensuring stock availability. The role offers a base hourly rate of £14.15 with additional allowances for night shifts, and flexible working hours are available.

Ansvarsområden

Operate a forklift to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse.
Work around other heavy machinery, such as other forklift trucks, counterbalance, and pump trucks.
Ensure products are available to customers by completing tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a secure environment.
Use forklift safely to pick palettes and move them from the loading bay to the warehouse.

Krav

Previous experience with forklift operations is beneficial, though not essential.
High level of enthusiasm and a proactive, eager-to-learn mindset.
Demonstrated ability to prioritise and organise workload efficiently.
Keen attention to detail.
Demonstrated experience in using technical equipment to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Efficient and motivated, capable of managing tasks with professionalism and collaboratively within a team.
Comfort and competence in performing manual handling tasks, including lifting, carrying, and moving materials in accordance with established safety procedures.

Förmåner

Planned start date is: 19th October 2026.
Base hourly rate of £14.15 per hour.
An additional £1.50 an hour (Forklift Allowance) and an additional £2.25 an hour (Nightshift Allowance) when working between the hours of 10pm and 6am.
39 hours per week, worked across 5 days, with shifts starting at 4:00am. Alternate weekends off.
Option for a 30-hour contract can be discussed, with shifts from 4:00am to 10:00am, 5 days per week. Every fourth weekend off.
15% IKEA discount and discount portal.
Life Assurance of 4 times your pay.
Enhanced statutory pension contributions.
Interest-free loans.
End of year gift.
Family Friendly policies and benefits.

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