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Forklift Driver

United Kingdom, Reading Employment contract 14.15 GBP / Hour · Job Posted July 04, 2026

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Job Description

IKEA Reading are looking to welcome full-time Forklift Drivers to join our fantastic Fulfilment Operations team. In this role, you’ll be essential in ensuring we have the right stock available in the right place in our warehouse. With attention to detail, you will safely operate a forklift to move products into our warehouse ready for customers and co-workers.

Job Responsibility

Ensure products are available to customers by ensuring tasks in your area are completed accurately and in a timely manner
Operate a forklift, and work around other heavy machinery, such as other forklift trucks, counterbalance, and pump trucks, to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse
Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a secure environment for both customers and co-workers
Using your forklift safely to pick palettes and move them from our loading bay to our warehouse

Requirements

Previous fork lift experience is preferred for this role. Full training will be provided
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organise workload efficiently, with a keen attention to detail
Demonstrated experience in using technical equipment to enhance productivity and efficiency
Efficient and motivated, capable of managing tasks with professionalism as well as collaboratively within a team

What we offer

15% IKEA discount and discount portal helping you save hundreds on High Street retailers
Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest-free loans
End of year gift, Family Friendly policies and benefits

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