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Red Recruit Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Recruit Ltd in Leeds is seeking a confident Removals HGV 2 Driver to join a busy, growing team. The role centers on safely transporting loads from collection to delivery and supporting packing, loading, and unloading as required.

The ideal candidate has hands-on removals experience or a willingness to work in removals, with good physical stamina and a commitment to safety and quality standards. You will also undertake daily vehicle checks, complete paperwork, and comply with Health and

Qualifications

• Experience in removals or relocation is preferred.
• Good physical strength and stamina for loading and unloading.
• Evidence of safe driving and commitment to quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial vehicle safely and reliably.
• Assist with packing, loading and unloading as required.
• Carry out daily vehicle and safety checks and basic maintenance.
• Complete vehicle paperwork and delivery documentation.
• Adhere to Health and Safety at Work and ISO9002 procedures.

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.