Warehouse Operative

At Amazon, we understand that work doesn’t stop on the job.
That’s why we have warehouse jobs that work for you.

Experience

You don't need previous experience, you’ll get on the job training.

What you will get

  1. Competitive pay, with additional compensation for applicable night shifts.
  2. A safe, modern and organized workplace.
  3. 10% discount on both Amazon shipped and sold online products.
  4. Free hot drinks, affordable meals and multiple break areas.
  5. You can find out more about your Amazon benefits here.

You might be carrying out any of the following tasks

  1. Receiving, picking, packing, sorting, stowing products or parcels.
  2. Work indoors or outdoors in the yard ensuring safe operations for the team and our delivery partners

After training, you may also

  1. Move products using industrial trucks and machines, like forklifts, pump trucks and power pallet trucks
  2. Roles based in our Traditional Non-Sort buildings within our Customer Fulfilment network will require you to operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and/or work at heights up to 11.5m on our Person Up Platforms (PUP). All training will be provided.

Skills you need

  1. Your safety comes first. You must be able to follow safety, quality and production standards
  2. You may stand and walk for the majority of your shift
  3. You may need to be able to lift (products up to 15kg), bend, kneel and crouch.
  4. You may be required to handle a full range of Amazon products, including alcohol, pork, beef and other animal products.
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How To Get Started

What's next

Our application process is quick and easy, and you don’t need a CV.
Those who receive a job offer will need to successfully complete a background check and work authorisation check, and provide their personal UK bank account details before they can join our team. Some roles may also require successful applicants to complete additional checks, which could include a driving license check, a medical check, and a qualification check. For more information on the application process check here.

Diversity and Inclusivity

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT) at dls-uk-roi-acat@amazon.com.

Need help to apply?

Phone: +44 808 164 9427 (freephone). Email: myapplication@amazon.co.uk
Amazon does not provide immigration sponsorship or support for this role.

Equal Employment

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

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