Removals Hgv 2 Driver

Red Recruit; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Recruit is seeking a confident HGV Class 2 Removals Driver in Portsmouth. This role involves driving, manual handling, and assisting with packing and unloading as needed. You’ll join a busy removals team and contribute to safe, efficient deliveries and excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate holds a valid HGV 2/C licence and has removals experience or is willing to train in removals alongside driving responsibilities. Competitive pay and progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV 2 / Category C licence holder with removals background or willingness to learn in removals.
• Strong physical strength and stamina for lifting furniture and goods.
• Good customer service, problem-solving and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial vehicle safely and reliably.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and routine maintenance tasks.
• Load, secure and transport goods from collection to delivery.
• Assist with packing, loading and unloading as required.
• Complete vehicle and delivery paperwork accurately.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report any defects promptly.

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

Removals experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

HGV Class 2 Removals Driver

Salary: Up to £42,000

Location: Portsmouth

Start: ASAP

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.

What you need:

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.

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.

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

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.