Summary
We are looking to recruit a Removals Operative Apprentice In our Greater London depot. As an apprentice, you’ll work within an award winning removals company 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 provider.
Wage
£20,800 a year
Training course
Removals operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday: 7am - 4pm.
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 10 February
Duration
1 year 1 month
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Participate as part of a removals team;
Follow Supervisor instructions undertaking manual handling, packing and lifting of office furniture and equipment and related work as instructed in the Universal storage warehouse.
Follow all instructions/policies/processes, including relating to H&S and workflows.
Where you’ll work
1C LYON WAY TRADING ESTATE
1C LYON WAY
GREENFORD
UB6 0BN
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
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
The successful candidate will gain Level 2 Removals Operative certificate.
Functional Skills in maths and English, (not applicable if candidate already holds GCSE’s grade 4/C or above or equivalent). Evidence will be required.
The training will take place on-site & in online classroom sessions with your TRS trainer each month.
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
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Analytical skills
* Team working
* Physical fitness
Other requirements
Strong English speaking skills as good team and client communications is critical.