IKEA
Delivery Driver
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At IKEA Leeds we have exciting opportunities for Delivery Drivers to join our growing team!
Are you physically fit, motivated, and comfortable with an active role involving regular lifting?
As a Delivery Driver, you will shape a new area in our business, ensuring the on-time delivery to customers, whilst delivering a high level of service. All successful applicants will complete two weeks of IKEA training, followed by one week of shadowing, before beginning driving duties.
WHAT WE OFFER
- The Start Date of employment will be: 18th October 2026
- This role offers a salary of £28,500.00 per annum, based on competence & prior experience.
- 39 Hours per week, this role has a rolling shift pattern of 4 days working and 2 days per week off, including weekends. Working shifts between the hours of 06:30am - 16:30pm, with expectation to complete deliveries where delays may occur.
- We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day 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
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WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
- Hold a full UK driving licence for at least 24 months, you are a practiced and capable driver. You should also be comfortable using GPS and digital mapping systems to plan and navigate delivery routes.
- You are motivated to deliver a great customer experience and are comfortable taking action when unexpected problems come up.
- You have a good understanding of dynamic risk assessments, take Health & Safety seriously, and are skilled at assessing and managing risks within your working environment.
- You are attentive to details especially when it comes to performing checks on your vehicle, training will be provided.
- You are someone who offers support and will step in to assist your team when necessary to secure tasks in connection to your role.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
- You will be responsible for completing vehicle safety checks and taking appropriate action.
- You’ll safely and efficiently load and unload goods for up to three delivery runs per day, keeping the van organised and ensuring each route is prepared to meet allocated delivery times, with loads of up to 1.4 tonnes.
- You will deliver goods to customer’s homes and take them into a nominated room, carrying out risk assessments on location to prevent injury and damage to property.
- Efficiently manage the collection and processing of returned products, ensuring compliance with IKEA's returns policy.
- You’ll manage your time effectively to complete deliveries within allocated daily routes, while using data to identify opportunities for improved routing and providing constructive feedback where necessary.
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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 a face to face interview.
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. Background checks must be completed by all successful candidates. This role requires:
- Drug & Alcohol test as part of the onboarding.
- Medical questionnaire
- Criminal History
- Driving Records
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.
For any advice or support, email Recruiter lisa.cathcart@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
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