Removals Operative Apprentice

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.

Annual wage: £20,800 a year
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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.

About this company

Universal was founded in 1978, and is an award winning second generation family business. Universal works with high end clients in the public and private sectors undertaking specialist office moves and associated services including storage, environmental clearance, and furniture fitting. Universal has multiple British Standards, and is focused on continually developing a close knit and committed team focused on quality, health and safety and client satisfaction.

http://www.ucr.uk.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Company uniform provided.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

If successful, you will become a part of the full-time operative team with further opportunities to develop through further driving/other learning opportunities if appropriate.

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