Location: Hayes, Middlesex covering London and the Home Counties.
Job type: Full-time, permanent.
A small but growing removals company is looking for a reliable Removals Driver / Porter to join its operational team. The company takes great pride in delivering a professional, careful and friendly service to household and commercial customers throughout London and the Home Counties.
This is not solely a driving role. The successful candidate will work as part of a small team, packing, loading, transporting and unloading customers belongings safely and carefully.
It is an active, varied and sociable position offering full training and the opportunity to progress into a Team Leader role as the company continues to grow.
What we need from you:
A full UK driving licence with no more than three penalty points
Ideally, 2 years previous experience driving 3.5-tonne vehicles, completing multi drop deliveries or working in a similar driving role
Previous professional removals experience would be highly advantageous
The ability to safely carry out a physically demanding role involving regular lifting and manual handling
A professional and friendly approach, with excellent customer service and communication skills
A reliable and punctual nature, with a flexible, can-do attitude
The ability to work well as part of a team and think on your feet when situations change
Experience in dismantling and reassembling furniture would be beneficial, although training can be provided
What the role involves:
Driving company 3.5-tonne vehicles safely and professionally
Packing, protecting, loading, transporting and unpacking household and commercial belongings
Dismantling and reassembling furniture where required
Assisting with the basic disconnection and reconnection of standard domestic appliances
Loading vehicles safely, ensuring items are secure and weight is distributed correctly
Completing vehicle checks and reporting any damage, defects or incidents
Checking items against inventories and ensuring they are delivered to the correct location
Keeping customers informed and reassured throughout their move
Communicating regularly with the office and working closely with colleagues to complete each removal efficiently and safely
Salary:
£14.00 per hour for candidates with suitable driving or multi drop delivery experience who are new to professional removals
£15.00 per hour for candidates with at least two years professional removals experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a 30-minute break each day. Occasional weekend work may be required, with time off in lieu provided.
Benefits:
Full training in professional packing, loading, stacking and handling fragile items
Opportunities to progress into a Team Leader position as the company grows
A sociable, active role working within a small and supportive team
Workplace pension through auto-enrolment
Statutory holiday entitlement 20 days plus Bank Holidays
Company uniform and PPE
** Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful candidate meeting the companys motor insurance requirements**
Please apply now!
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