Van Driver - Removals

Driver Hire Bristol; West of England; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 20 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Weekly PAYE pay

Holiday pay via advanced holiday pay

Résumé du poste

Driver Hire Bristol is seeking reliable and hardworking individuals for 3.5T Van Drivers and Driver's Mates to support a busy removals operation in Bristol. This role involves heavy lifting, loading and unloading, and assisting customers with moves between houses, flats and offices.

Training and a friendly team environment are provided. Weekly pay, holiday pay via advanced holiday payment method, and variety across Bristol and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Full UK Category B driving licence is essential.
• Good physical fitness is essential for heavy lifting and moving.
• Comfortable moving large furniture up and down stairs.
• Experience in removals, furniture delivery or manual handling is preferred.
• Experience using ratchet straps to secure loads is advantageous.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking with good teamwork and customer service.

Responsabilités

• Drive a 3.5-tonne Luton van to complete residential and commercial removals.
• Assist customers with moving furniture and belongings.
• Load and unload heavy items, including sofas, beds and wardrobes.
• Carry items up and down stairs when required.
• Protect belongings to prevent damage during transportation.
• Secure loads safely using ratchet straps and securing equipment.
• Work as part of a removals team to ensure moves are completed safely and efficiently.
• Provide friendly, professional service when dealing with customers.
• Be prepared for a combination of driving and significant manual handling.

Connaissances

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Customer service

Reliability

Outils

Ratchet straps

Description du poste

Driver Hire Bristol is recruiting for reliable and hardworking 3.5T Van Drivers and Driver's Mates to support a busy removals operation based in Bristol. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role helping customers move between houses, flats and offices. We're looking for candidates who are comfortable with heavy lifting, enjoy practical work and are happy to get stuck in.

Weekly Pay | £12.90-£14.40 per Hour | Physical Work

The Role:

• Drive a 3.5-tonne Luton van to complete residential and commercial removals when required
• Assist customers with moving furniture, household belongings and office equipment
• Load and unload heavy items, including sofas, beds, wardrobes, boxes and other furniture
• Carry furniture and belongings up and down stairs when required
• Protect furniture and household items to prevent damage during transportation
• Secure loads safely using ratchet straps and other securing equipment
• Work as part of a removals team to ensure moves are completed safely and efficiently
• Provide a friendly, professional service when dealing with customers
• Be prepared for a combination of driving and significant manual handling throughout the day
• Candidates may work as either a driver or driver's mate depending on operational requirements

Pay & Benefits:

• £12.90-£14.40 per hour (including holiday pay via advanced holiday payment method)
• Same hourly rate for both Van Drivers and Driver's Mates
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Varied, active work across Bristol and surrounding areas
• Opportunity to gain experience within the removals and transport industry

What You'll Need:

• Full UK Category B driving licence - essential for all applicants
• Good physical fitness is essential - regular heavy lifting and carrying is a major part of the role
• Comfortable moving large furniture and bulky items, including up and down stairs
• Previous removals, furniture delivery or manual handling experience preferred
• Experience using ratchet straps and securing loads advantageous
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude
• Good teamwork and customer service skills
• Willingness to get involved with all aspects of the removals process

Please note:

This is a physically demanding removals role, not a driving-only position. Both drivers and driver's mates will be expected to assist with heavy lifting, loading and unloading throughout the shift.