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Red Recruit Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Recruit Ltd in Crawley is seeking a confident Removals HGV 2 Driver to join a busy international removals team. You will be responsible for transporting loads from collection to delivery, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on experience in removals or relocation, a valid Driver CPC, and the stamina to assist with packing, loading and unloading as needed. You will work in a team to meet tight schedules and maintain vehicle standards.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Driver CPC and a clean driving record.
• Must be able to undertake manual handling and heavy lifting.
• Experience in removals or relocation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operating a commercial vehicle in a safe and reliable manner.
• Carrying out daily vehicle and safety checks and routine maintenance.

Skills

Driver CPC

Physical fitness

Safe driving

Job description

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

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.