Ikea
Driver's Mate
Driver's Mate at Ikea, based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, paying £13.45 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £13.45 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Closing date
- Sector
- Driving & Logistics
26% below the typical rate for driving & logistics
Reference 634101668340302337
About the role
Job Description
Job ID: 376545
Date posted: 06/11/2026
KEA Belfast are looking to welcome Driver's Mates to the team.
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 and must be comfortable with extensive manual handling.
WHAT WE OFFER
• The Start Date of employment will be December 2026
• This role offers £13.45 per hour.
• 39 Hours per week, 4 days out of 7 working 10.5-hour shifts of 7am-5pm and 1 shift of 9am-7pm, 2 out of 3 weekends.
WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work everyday, 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
..as well 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
• Be 18 or older.
• Be comfortable with extensive manual handling.
• You aim to deliver the best possible 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.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
• 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 organized 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.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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 an individual 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. Backgrounds checks must be completed by all successful candidates. This role requires:
• Criminal History
We are unable to accept applications made via email and encourage you to apply online as soon as possible.
For any advice or support, email [email removed] and I will be happy to help!
Reference: 634101668340302337 · Posted 1 hour ago · Closes 12 Dec 2026 · Listed via Ikea
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