Driver's Mate

"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." /p>

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.

We at IKEA Leeds are expanding our home delivery operation and have exciting opportunities to join our growing team as Driver's Mates! As a Driver's Mate, you will shape a new area in our business, supporting the Drivers to ensure the on-time delivery of IKEA goods to customers in the local area whilst delivering a high level of service.

• The Start Date of employment will be: 30th August 2026
• Hourly rate of £13.45.
• 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 occurr.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

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
• Linked In Learning & Rosetta Stone subscriptions

..as well as so much more!

• You aim to deliver a quality experience, are prepared to step up and problem solve when things aren’t right.
• You are someone who takes Health & Safety seriously and are comfortable risk assessing your environment.
• You are attentive to details especially when it comes to performing checks on your vehicle.

• You will support the Driver to complete vehicle safety checks and take appropriate action.
• You will assist in loading goods into the vehicle in a safe and organised manner ensuring the delivery route matches the goods for maximum efficiency.
• 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.
• You will communicate with the customer both in person and over the phone to provide a positive customer service experience.
• We deliver all of our products ranging from LACK Coffee Tables to PAX Wardrobes you will be required to handle a range of furniture items.
• In this role you will do up to 3 delivery runs per day, you will be responsible for the loading and unloading of the van for each of these. The load capacity of the van is 1.4 tonnes.

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.

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend an interview.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Backgrounds checks are required for all candidates who receive an offer of employment. This role requires:

• Drug & Alcohol test as part of the onboarding.
• Medical questionnaire
• Criminal History

We understand not everyone will be selected, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

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