Removals Porter / 3.5T Driver

Removals DutiesYou will be responsible for working as part of a team to complete removals duties, including packing, loading and unloading the vehicleYou are required to behave in a polite and professional manner at all times in this customer-facing roleEnsure all removals paperwork is completed correctly and submitted in a timely mannerMaintain regular communication with the OfficeWear company uniform at all times and PPE when collecting or delivering to customers and other sites Driving DutiesIf you hold a valid 3.5T vehicle licence you may also take on driving duties (this is not an essential requirement so don't worry if you don't!). If so, these include: Complete daily vehicle checks and vehicle defect sheet and report defects to OfficeEnsure all loads are safely secured and that there is no risk of waste or debris falling from your vehicle Load and unload the vehicle adhering to safe working practices and complete risk assessments as requiredFuel the vehicle and ensure it is clean externally and internally to required standardsEnsure your vehicle is kept in a safe, serviceable and clean conditionReport accidents and incidents immediately to the Transport ManagerComply with all UK and European Driving Regulations If you hold a HGV Licence please visit ourpage.Working hoursWorking hours are Mon-Fri with some weekends, average working hours are 48 per week. Working hours are not set due to the nature of what we do, so you need to be flexible.Start times are between 5.00am-7.00am, sometimes later if you are travelling into Europe. We estimate the minimum time you will spend working away is 30% of your time, although if you prefer working away we can generally offer more. We pay a day rate and pay monthly, and we pay night out allowances in advance of each trip.Benefits offered Starting rate of £24,637 pa, up to £26,780 pa if you have removals experienceOpportunity to earn £27,000 to £30,000 pa with overtime and night out moneyEnhanced weekend pay rates, night out allowances, tipsGuaranteed full and part time permanent workBenefits include Pension & Life AssuranceFully Funded Driver CPC training, HGV Driving Apprenticeships, and on-going training for all crew membersCareer & salary progression to Supervisor and Team Leader positions Essential requirements Must have or be willing to obtain a valid PassportMust be willing to work unsocial hours and nights awayMust be physically fit in order to pack, lift and load/ unload the vehicle, dismantle and reassemble household furnitureExperience is an advantage but not essential