Amazon India is Hiring! Over 1.5 Lakh Job Opportunities This Festive Season, Expands to Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities

Amazon India has announced the creation of over 150,000 seasonal jobs across its operations network as the festive season approaches. This expansion includes both direct and indirect roles at fulfilment centres, sort centres, and last-mile delivery networks throughout India. The workforce will support 1.6 million sellers during this peak shopping period with improved delivery capabilities.

Over 150,000 Jobs in Amazon India

The company has made significant strides in inclusivity by offering opportunities to thousands of women and over 2,000 persons with disabilities (PWDs). Most of these new associates have already been onboarded in preparation for the festive rush. Amazon's nationwide fulfilment and delivery network is robust, with centres in 15 states providing over 43 million cubic feet of storage space.

Amazon's delivery network includes nearly 2,000 Amazon-operated and partner delivery stations. Additionally, there are 28,000 'I Have Space' partners and numerous Amazon Flex partners who ensure packages reach customers across the country. The new hires will join Amazon's existing workforce to efficiently manage increased demand during the festive season by picking, packing, shipping, and delivering orders safely.

Job Opportunities in Amazon in Tier-2 and Tier-3 Cities

Over recent months, Amazon has invested $233 million (Rs 2000 crore) into its Indian operations network. This investment includes launching five new fulfilment centres and 30 new delivery stations in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Abhinav Singh, Vice President, Operations for India & Australia at Amazon, stated that many seasonal workers continue their journey with Amazon beyond the festive period.

Amazon is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of its associates through various initiatives. Earlier this year, they expanded Ashray rest centres and introduced free health check-ups for over 80,000 delivery associates in major cities. These services include eye exams, dental care, BMI assessments, and physician consultations at last-mile delivery stations.

"Throughout our operations, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of all associates-whether they're working in our buildings or delivering packages to customers," says Abhinav Singh. "We remain dedicated to fostering a safe, equitable, and empowering work environment that includes social security benefits and supports the financial wellbeing of all our team."

Employee Benefits in Amazon

Amazon provides industry-leading infrastructure designed for a safe working environment. Facilities offer safe drinking water, clean washrooms, air-conditioned cafeterias with seating space and amenities like vending machines and microwaves. On-site first aid facilities ("AMCARE") are available for immediate medical attention or rest if needed.

The company uses a forecasting tool to alert employees about severe weather conditions like heat or storms. If necessary conditions arise inside buildings due to heat or humidity levels increasing, work may be temporarily suspended until comfortable conditions are restored.

The Early Access to Pay (EATP) program allows associates to withdraw up to 80% of their accrued basic salary between the 1st to 20th of each month. This promotes financial flexibility during family emergencies while addressing knowledge gaps around financial well-being topics through online education programs and physical camps called "Samriddhi camps".

Associates enjoy two off-days per week along with mandatory holidays/optional holidays/annual leaves/sick leaves/casual leaves according to applicable laws. Social security benefits include provident fund (PF), Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), gratuity benefits as per legal requirements.

Insurance Protection for Amazon Employees

Beyond statutory ESIC requirements; personnel working at Amazon sites receive Group Mediclaim Insurance coverage against accidents/injuries alongside Group Personal Accident Insurance & Group Term Insurance policies ensuring comprehensive protection for all employees including delivery associates.

An inclusive workplace is ensured by providing industry-leading facilities where every associate experiences positivity within their roles at Amazon buildings across India.

"I'm grateful to join Amazon this festive season," shares Manisha Kumari from Bengaluru FCs who recently joined as an associate."The company's focus on safety measures gives me confidence while working in operations network." She adds, "It is fulfilling helping deliver happiness during celebrations being part respectful workplace."