Warehouse Operative - IKEA Edinburgh Store

You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you. A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It’s the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.

Employment Type: Part Time, Regular

Department: Full Serve

Number of Positions: 6

Are you a detail-oriented individual with an interest in logistics? Join our efficient team as a Warehouse Operative, where you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our store. If you’re ready to take on a practical role in a lively warehouse, we want to hear from you!

• The Start Date of employment will be: 2nd August 2025
• This role offers an hourly rate of £12.60.
• Part Time: 16-24 Hours working 4-5 days per week including evenings and 3 out of 4 weekends.
• Full Time: 39 Hours working 5 days per week including evenings and alternate weekends.

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and skills to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA 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, and so much more!

• Ability to prioritise and organise your workload swiftly and with attention to detail.
• Experience in utilising technical equipment to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• You are prepared to act on your own initiative and to participate in group efforts.

• Effectively perform the role in the assigned area of responsibility, which includes manual handling of heavy stock, receiving and replenishing goods with accuracy, picking, packing and handing out collection orders to customers and keeping accurate records of stock levels.
• 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.
• You will be required to manually handle all of our products ranging from LACK Coffee Tables to PAX Wardrobes.

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 as valued members of the team. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV and a cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend an interview.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email Recruiter who will be ready to help!