Amazon to hire around 70 people for seasonal roles in Reading

The company has announced it is due to hire 20,000 people across its UK network of fulfilment centres, sortation centres and delivery stations during the festive season.

This will include up to 70 jobs in the Reading delivery station.

Pay for operations roles start at a minimum of £10 per hour, rising to £11.10 per hour in some parts of the UK for all full-time, part-time, temporary and seasonal roles in Amazon’s fulfilment centres, sort centres and delivery stations.

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The seasonal roles are in addition to the 55,000 permanent employees Amazon has in the UK.

Amazon’s delivery station in Reading is also looking for individuals to deliver parcels in their spare time for between £13 to £15 per hour.

Marlene Smith, Amazon’s Reading Delivery Station Manager, said: "We prepare year-round for the festive season, and we’re excited to have around 70 positions available this year in Reading. Our seasonal associates play an integral role in helping us deliver an exceptional experience for our customers.

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“We look forward to welcoming back seasonal workers who return year-after-year to Amazon and to welcome new faces to the team, many of whom will continue on to full-time roles with the company after the festive period.”

Amazon Flex is a flexible way of making extra income, so you are able to deliver as little or as often as you like. For more information about Amazon Flex or to sign up, go to https://flex.amazon.co.uk.

This year, Amazon has created 10,000 new permanent jobs across the UK.

Prospective employees are encouraged to take a live virtual tour to see what it’s like to work behind the scenes at Amazon.

To find out more, visit the About Amazon website.