HGV Class 2 Removals Driver_58888

Red Recruit Global Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Recruit Global Limited in Leeds is seeking a confident Removals HGV 2 Driver to join a busy international removals team. The role combines driving with packing, loading and delivering furniture, requiring both physical strength and a customer-focused approach.

You will hold a valid HGV 2 (Category C) licence and may have removals experience or be ready to learn. Salary between £35,000 and £42,000 per year, with start asap.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV 2 / Category C licence required.
• Experience in removals or willingness to learn the role.
• Strong customer service and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial vehicle safely from collection to delivery.
• Assist with packing, loading and unloading as required.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report defects promptly.
• Complete vehicle paperwork and delivery documentation.
• Adhere to Health and Safety policies and quality procedures.

Skills

Physical strength

Customer service

Teamwork & independence

Education

HGV 2 / Category C licence

Job description

We're looking for a confident and motivated HGV 2 Driver to join our clients busy and growing international removals team in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with either hands-on experience in removals or relocation who enjoys working in a dynamic, team-focused environment, or someone who would be happy to work in Removals and is looking for a new challenge.

What you'll do:

As Removals HGV 2 Driver, a typical day will include taking full responsibility for the company's vehicle and ensuring all loads are transported safely and efficiently from collection to delivery. You will also assist with packing, loading, and unloading as required, so physical strength and stamina are essential.

Removals HGV 2 duties include:

• Operating a commercial vehicle in a safe and reliable manner.
• Carrying out work safely and in accordance with the Safe Systems at Work Procedures, methods, statements or other instructions.
• Undertaking daily vehicle and safety checks, carrying out routine maintenance (e.g., oil and water checks), ensuring all loads comply with Road Traffic Legislation and the vehicle's operating limits.
• Maintaining the vehicle in a safe, clean condition while promptly reporting and addressing any defects or damage.
• Undertaking the regular training required as part of the Driver Continuing Professional Competence (CPC qualification).
• Completing all vehicle paperwork and all return paperwork as required when making deliveries to the end users.
• Ensuring personal compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and adherence to company Quality System policies and procedures (ISO9002), including overseeing that subordinates also follow these standards.
• Submitting recommended actions to the Operations Controller in the areas of loading and unloading the vehicle.

Additional skills required:

• Physical strength and stamina for lifting and handling furniture and goods.
• Strong customer service, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid HGV 2 / Category C licence and either have previous experience in removals or be willing to undertake the role of removals alongside the driving.

In return, the successful candidate will be offered between £35-42K per year, depending on skills and experience.

• Start: ASAP

Keywords / alternative titles:

• Heavy Goods Vehicle Driver
• HGV 2 Delivery Operative
• HGV 2 Transport Driver
• HGV Class 2 Driver
• HGV Driver
• Logistics Driver – HGV 2
• Removals Driver
• Removals Lorry Driver
• Furniture Removals Driver
• Furniture Transport
• Delivery Driver

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