Summary
We are looking to recruit a Removals Operative Apprentice based at our Colchester depot. As an apprentice, you’ll work as a removals operative and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff whilst completing your 13-month, Level 2 apprenticeship with an award-winning training.
Wage
£26,000 a year
£100 day rate
Training course
Removals operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 With some weekend work as optional overtime.
48 hours a week
Possible start date
Tuesday 1 April
Duration
1 year 1 month
Positions available
2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
* Export packing for leading removals company
* Manual handling loading and unloading vehicles and containers at residence and warehouse
* Crating items for high value using custom designed crates
* Loading and securing and casing vehicles for shipping
* Complete documentation on collections and delivery
* Warehouse management
Where you’ll work
Unit 4 F Morses Lane
Brightlingsea
CO7 0SF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
TRS TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Removals operative (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* Follow procedures in line with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
* Comply with Industry specific regulations and legislation relating to the moving and handling of items for example, inland domestic moving, commercial moving, overseas moving, and storage.
* Identify and document hazards and risks in the workplace. Complete risk assessments. Apply control measures to manage risk.
* Organise and prioritise own work in line with permitted time allowances.
* Apply standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies.
* Apply team working principles.
* Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling, and disposal.
* Select packing materials appropriate to the individual task.
* Follow processes for moving, handling, packing and unpacking items.
* Load or unload identified goods.
* Use manual handling techniques and equipment, for example, lifting equipment, vehicle ramps or platforms.
* Direct the movement of vehicles or mechanical handling equipment (MHE).
* Use tools, machinery, and personal protective equipment (PPE) following manufacturers instructions.
* Follow company procedures and quality standards, for example housekeeping, clean equipment and machinery, and keep work area tidy.
* Dismantle and reassemble items using tools and equipment in line with company policy.
* Record or enter task information - paper based or electronic.
* Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
* Communicate in writing with others for example, clients, colleagues, and managers.
* Communicate with others verbally for example, clients, colleagues, and managers.
* Follow equity, diversity, and inclusion principles.
* Carry out and record learning and development activities.
* Follow procedures in line with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
* Comply with Industry specific regulations and legislation relating to the moving and handling of items for example, inland domestic moving, commercial moving, overseas moving, and storage.
* Identify and document hazards and risks in the workplace. Complete risk assessments. Apply control measures to manage risk.
* Organise and prioritise own work in line with permitted time allowances.
* Apply standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies.
* Apply team working principles.
* Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling, and disposal.
* Select packing materials appropriate to the individual task.
* Follow processes for moving, handling, packing and unpacking items.
* Load or unload identified goods.
* Use manual handling techniques and equipment, for example, lifting equipment, vehicle ramps or platforms.
* Direct the movement of vehicles or mechanical handling equipment (MHE).
* Use tools, machinery, and personal protective equipment (PPE) following manufacturers instructions.
* Follow company procedures and quality standards, for example housekeeping, clean equipment and machinery, and keep work area tidy.
* Dismantle and reassemble items using tools and equipment in line with company policy.
* Record or enter task information - paper based or electronic.
* Use information technology and digital systems. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
* Communicate in writing with others for example, clients, colleagues, and managers.
* Communicate with others verbally for example, clients, colleagues, and managers.
* Follow equity, diversity, and inclusion principles.
* Carry out and record learning and development activities.
Your training plan
Removals Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
* You will be expected to complete monthly online training to develop skills and knowledge around your role
* Your role will be based at: Unit 4F Morses Lane, Brightlingsea, CO7 0SF
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Team working
* Patience
* Physical fitness