Trainee HGV Driver & Removals Operative (Brandon, Suffolk)

AGM Relocation Ltd, (hereinafter referred to as the “AGM Group”) is the parent company and home of some of the industry’s most respected moving and relocation companies. Founded in 1958, Abels removals is a removals firm based in Brandon, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Abels are proud members of BAR (British Association of Removers) and our house moving teams specialise both in moving antiques and specialist items such as pianos, grandfather clocks, fine art alongside day to day household items and furniture, always delivering the utmost care and attention, ensuring everything runs smoothly and guaranteeing our customer’s peace of mind.

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals with van driving experience, looking for a new challenge within the removals sector, to join a prestigious and growing team based in Brandon, Suffolk. You will be responsible for moving and handling customers' household/personal possessions, whilst undertaking the HGV Training programme to obtain a Class 2 licence.

Main Roles & Responsibilities:

• Initially undertake and learn the role of a Removals Operative by shadowing current Drivers and Senior Drivers to secure knowledge of the role, routes and build confidence.
• Interacting and communicating effectively with our Customers and Colleagues in the movement of goods across the UK and Europe.
• Provide assistance in the moving and handling of customer goods, including van driving to and from location (long and short distances) across the UK and Europe.
• Packing and wrapping customer goods before manually and physically lifting (aided and unaided) onto vehicles or into location.
• Completing the necessary on the job paperwork to a high standard.
• Following H&S Guidelines and carrying out Banks-person duties.
• Begin to learn the full role of a Removals Operative whilst undertaking HGV Driver Training.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Full UK drivers’ licence (no more than 3 points) – Essential.
• Valid Passport (for potential European travel).
• Excellent customer service and organisational skills – Essential.
• Experience in light commercial or delivery driving – Essential.
• Previous removals sector experience - Desirable.
• Multilingual – Desirable.
• Previous warehouse/ Forklift experience - Desirable.

Remuneration & Benefits Package:

• Competitive starting Salary, rising during and upon the completion of the HGV Driver Training Programme.
• Overtime available at enhanced rates when applicable.
• Normal days of work: Monday to Friday.
• Hours: 50 hours per week (weekdays) times can vary depending on the job and can finish late on occasion.
• Nights away and occasional weekends at increased rates when required.
• Based out of the Brandon depot.
• Permanent, full-time.
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holiday.
• Company pension.
• 2 x paid volunteering days.
• Access to a leading Employee Engagement Platform provider offering lifestyle saving and discounts on most high street retailers & services, reward and recognition programme.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Career development opportunities.
• Company awards & events.
• Free On-site parking.

Applicants of whom are successfully offered employment within one of the AGM Group companies will be subject to referencing, a basic criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service, standard Identification and Right to Work as part of the pre-employment checks.