Removals Driver/Porter

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pickfords is the UK's leading relocation moving and storage company. Established for nearly 400 years, Pickfords has a rich history, from moving household goods by horse and cart, by canal, through the age of steam, to modern day transportation methods.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pickfords operates as part of the Pickfords Global Network and has access to global resources including 468 offices in 198 countries. Its national operational network provides local services to clients serving every postcode in the UK.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are looking for a full time reliable and hardworking Driver (3.5T, LGV/HGV, 7.5T) and Porter to join our removals team.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role involves supporting domestic and commercial moves, including packing, loading and unloading vehicles, safely handling customers’ possessions and providing excellent customer service.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Candidates must hold a valid UK driving licence for all types of roles.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">An LGV/HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence is preferred but not essential, as training and development opportunities may be provided for candidates if interested.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Safely pack, load, transport and unload customers’ possessions.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Provide a professional and friendly service to customers.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Work as part of a team and, where required, lead and support colleagues.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure Company health & safety and working procedures are followed.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complete vehicle and equipment checks where applicable.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Liaise with customers and colleagues to ensure moves run smoothly.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Support other operational duties as required.</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">About You</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Valid UK drivers licence essential.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Excellent communication and customer service skills.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Reliable, hardworking and professional.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Good team-working skills with the ability to take responsibility.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience in removals, moving, logistics or a similar role is desirable.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Willingness to work away from home and occasional weekends when required.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Full training will be provided where necessary.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Training & Development</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Join us as a 3.5T driver and, if you wish to progress to LGV/HGV driving, Pickfords will support your development with training to help you:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Obtain an LGV Category C or C+E licence.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Obtain a Driver CPC qualification.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Progress your career within the moving and transport industry.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: - Competitive</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our 3.5T or LGV Class 2 Driver, please click ‘apply’ now – we’d love to hear from you!</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Candidates will only be contacted if they are invited for an interview. You must be eligible to work in the UK.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are committed to equal opportunities for all, irrespective of race, colour, religion, nationality, gender, sexuality, disability, marital status or age</p>