Driver\'s Mate in Sheffield

Overview

IKEA Sheffield are expanding our home delivery operation and have exciting opportunities for Drivers Mate to join our growing team. As a Driver\’s Mate, you will support the Drivers to ensure the on-time delivery of IKEA goods to customers in the local area while delivering a high level of service.

What we offer

• The Start Date of employment will be: 8 February 2026
• Salary: £29,696 per annum, based on competence & prior experience
• Hours: 39 per week, rolling pattern of 4 days on, 2 days off (including weekends). Shifts between 06:00 and 19:00.
• Flexibility to discuss during the interview to match life and business needs

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
• LinkedIn Learning & Rosetta Stone subscriptions

..as well as so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310

What you’ll need to have

• You aim to deliver a quality experience, are prepared to step up and problem solve when things aren’t right
• You take Health & Safety seriously and are comfortable risk assessing your environment
• You are attentive to details, especially checks on your vehicle
• You have experience working with GPS, maps and hand-held scanning devices

What you’ll be doing day to day

• Support the Driver to complete vehicle safety checks and take appropriate action
• Assist in loading goods into the vehicle in a safe and organised manner, ensuring the delivery route matches the goods for maximum efficiency
• Deliver goods to customers’ homes and take them into a nominated room, carrying out risk assessments on location to prevent injury and damage to property
• Communicate with customers in person and over the phone to provide a positive customer service experience
• Handle a range of furniture items, from LACK Coffee Tables to PAX Wardrobes

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. Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview. We understand not everyone will be successful, but we will keep you informed either way.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. This role requires:

• Drug & Alcohol test as part of the onboarding
• Medical questionnaire
• Criminal history check

Equal opportunity

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.

How to apply

For any advice or support, email Recruiter lisa.cathcart@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!