Removals Operative / HGV 2 Driver

Red Recruits; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Recruits is seeking a reliable Business Removals Operative / HGV Class 2 Driver in Oxfordshire for a permanent, full-time role. You will move, relocate and install clients' effects safely while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires driving Category C vehicles, loading and unloading, handling items with care, and following health and safety guidelines. You may work on specialist relocations and occasional longer trips, with potential overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Category C licence is essential.
• Experience in removals/relocation or manual handling is beneficial.
• DBS clearance and BPSS clearance will be arranged by the company.
• Desirable: FORS Awareness, ADR classifications, CSCS Card, Asbestos Awareness.

Responsibilities

• Drive rigid commercial vehicles with Category C licence.
• Load and unload vehicles, ensuring goods are secured.
• Move, relocate and install clients' furniture and equipment safely.
• Follow manual handling and Health & Safety guidelines.

Skills

Category C licence

Punctuality

Manual handling

Self-motivated

Team player

Job description

Business Removals Operative / HGV Class 2 Driver

Salary: Up to £35,000

Location:Oxfordshire

Position:Permanent, Full Time

Start Date:ASAP

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable and hardworking Business Removals Operative / HGV Class 2 Driver to join its professional relocation team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for moving, relocating and installing clients' effects and company property carefully and safely. Work may involve relocations to new premises, storage facilities or recycling centres while maintaining excellent customer service and following company procedures.

This is a physically active and varied position that requires a careful, methodical approach and a strong commitment to protecting clients' property and premises.

What you'll do:

• Drive rigid commercial vehicles in accordance with your Category C licence.
• Load and unload vehicles, ensuring all goods are safely stowed and secured.
• Move, relocate and install clients' furniture, equipment and other effects carefully and safely.
• Handle all items in accordance with manual handling and Health & Safety guidelines.
• Protect clients' premises and property throughout the relocation process.
• Transfer goods into and out of storage and assist with inventory management.
• Work on specialist relocation projects involving hospitals, laboratories, libraries and schools.
• Move specialist fine art, furniture and other valuable items.
• Undertake general removals duties as required.
• Assist with the management of external contractors during deliveries.
• Complete waste transfer notes and other required documentation accurately.
• Carry out daily vehicle walk-around checks.
• Follow all company procedures, legislative requirements and safe working practices.
• Provide a professional, polite and friendly service to clients.
• Promote the company's values of putting customers first, doing the right thing and remaining flexible.

What you need:

• A full Category C/Class 2 driving licence is essential.
• Previous removals, relocation or relevant manual handling experience would be beneficial.
• A punctual, reliable and hardworking approach.
• Physical strength, fitness and endurance to carry and move large items, including working on stairs.
• A careful and methodical approach to work.
• An honest and responsible attitude towards other people's property.
• The ability to adapt, anticipate changes and implement practical solutions.
• A proactive approach to identifying potential problems and helping to overcome them.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and able to use your own initiative.
• A strong team player who is also comfortable working independently.
• A professional, polite and friendly manner.
• Good written, numerical and verbal communication skills.
• Basic DBS clearance and BPSS clearance are essential and will be arranged by the company.

The following qualifications or certifications would be desirable:

• FORS Awareness certification.
• ADR classifications.
• CSCS Card.
• Asbestos Awareness certification.

Working Requirements:

The position involves working according to the needs of the business across the week. This may include evening or weekend work.

Longer-distance relocations may also involve overnight stays in accommodation or a vehicle, either within the UK or overseas.

Compliance Responsibilities:

• Follow all company policies and procedures relating to conduct, Information Security, Environmental Management, Health & Safety and Quality Management.
• Report any Health & Safety, Quality, Information Security, Environmental, Business Continuity or Disaster Recovery incidents to your supervisor or line manager.

Why you'll love this role:

• Salary of up to £35,000.
• A permanent, full-time position.
• Varied relocation work across a range of client sites and specialist projects.
• The opportunity to work as part of an experienced professional relocation team.

Keywords / Alternative Job Titles:

Business Removals Operative, Relocation Operative, HGV Class 2 Driver, Category C Driver, Commercial Removals Driver, Office Relocation Driver, Removals Driver, Removals Operative, Commercial Relocation Operative, Fine Art Driver, Furniture Installation Driver, Commercial Moving Operative.