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Removals Driver in Plymouth
About us
Big Tuna Moving Ltd is a small business in Plymouth, Devon. We are professional, creative, fun and our goal is to be Customer Focused.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Company perks
- Flexible working hours
A customer-focused removal company that always puts the customer first, we strive to deliver a personal and unrivalled service each step of the way.
We understand how buying a new house and moving to a different location can be incredibly stressful. That’s why the last thing you need is problems with your chosen moving company and their staff.
Every one of our moving teams has at least one member with engineering expertise, as we believe it’s an important step to provide capable staff with mechanical backgrounds. Most importantly, our selection process ensures your team is polite and efficient – all while being able to take a bit of light-hearted banter!
Removals Driver
We are a fast-growing and professional moving company looking to hire a Removals Driver in the Plymouth area to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Removals Driver looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a fast-paced and growing organization.
We require a Removals Driver skilled and knowledgeable in driving a 3.5-tonne Luton van locally within Plymouth and occasionally long-distance within the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient and timely transportation of goods and personal belongings from one location to another. The ideal candidate will be someone who is experienced in removals driving and is comfortable with long hours on the road if required.
Key Responsibilities / Plymouth Removal Driver Jobs:
- Safely and efficiently drive a 3.5 tonne Luton van, loading and unloading goods, and transporting them to the designated location.
- Responsible for the care and maintenance of the vehicle, ensuring its roadworthiness at all times.
- Ensuring that all delivery paperwork and documentation are correctly completed and that all the necessary paperwork is kept up to date at all times.
- Maintaining a high level of customer service and providing customers with regular updates regarding their items.
- Ensuring that you adhere to all legal and company policies and procedures.
Key Requirements:
- Full Clean Driving licence
- Experienced driving a large van or 3.5t Luton Vans
- Experience Loading and Packing Removals Vans
- Experience in the removals industry would be a significant advantage.
- Easily Contactable
- Reliable (Show up when they have agreed to)
- Physically fit, relatively strong
- Good organisational abilities
- Smart in appearance
- Able to work as part of a team
- Have good communication skills
- Polite and courteous attitude
- Good standard of English
- Team Player
- Responsible
- Attention to detail
- Customer focused
- Problem solver
- Copes well under pressure
- Professional – great attitude
- Physical strength
Non–Essential - Removals Driver Job Requirements and Previous Experience:
- Duty Team Leader or Manager Experience
- Removal Companies Customer Services Experience
- Removal Driver Experience within the Plymouth Area
- Removals Customer Quotation Experience
- Engineering or Mechanical Knowledge Dismantling Furniture
Removal work is physically demanding, and good physical strength, fitness, and energy levels are essential.
The successful candidate will require a polite, professional attitude and willingness to work as a team. Exceptional customer service and good communication skills are essential as we work inside our client's personal spaces (Customers’ homes and commercial businesses)
Our reputation is important to us, so you must always be smart, presentable, and free from alcohol or drug dependencies. We provide on-the-job training, so you must be keen to learn and not afraid to ask questions.
Plymouth Removals Driver Salary:
This position has a starting salary of £13 - 16 per hour on a contract basis, depending on experience. In addition, a permanent role would include an annual bonus, pension scheme, and holiday entitlement.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and believe you meet the key requirements listed above, please send your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience, salary expectations, and why you are the right candidate for this role. We look forward to hearing from you.
