Removals Operative Apprentice

CLARK'S OF AMERSHAM LTD

AMERSHAM (HP7 0HR)

Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 13 August 2025

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Summary

We are looking to recruit a Removals Operative Apprentice based from our Amersham depot. As an apprentice, you’ll work within our 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

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Training course
Removals operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, between 8.00am and 5.00pm. Plus overtime.

40 hours a week

Start date

Thursday 11 September 2025

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

Participate as part of a removals team:

  • Follow Supervisor instructions undertaking manual handling, packing and lifting of office furniture and equipment; 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

UNIT 1
OLD AMERSHAM FARM
HIGH STREET
AMERSHAM
HP7 0HR

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

TRS TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Removals operative (level 2)

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What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

You will be expected to complete monthly online training to develop skills and knowledge around your role.

Your role will be based at: UNIT 1, Old Amersham Farm, High Street, Amersham, HP7 0HR,

More training information

After month 9 of your apprenticeship, you are entitled to do a free bolt-on course delivered by the British Association of removers.

You can decide with your employer which one is most appropriate to your job role.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness
  • Work on your own initiative

Other requirements

Strong English speaking skills as good team and client communications is critical. The role will involve heavy lifting. Therefore, candidates will need to be physically fit.

About this employer

For over 30 years, Clarks of Amersham have provided removal and storage as well as associated services for homes and businesses in Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Berkshire, London and around the South East of England.

https://clarksofamersham.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

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.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRS TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000336998.

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Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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