Removals Operative Apprentice
PICKFORDS MOVE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
Aylesford, Catterick Garrison, Feltham, London, Market Drayton, Newcastle, Oakham, Tidworth, West Sussex
Closes in 15 days (Thursday 23 October 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 7 October 2025
Contents
Summary
Removals Operative Level 2 (GCSE) Apprenticeship Standard: You will be expected to complete monthly online training to develop skills and knowledge around your role.
- Wage
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£15,704 to £25,396.80, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Removals operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Shift patterns will follow a Monday to Sunday, depending on the schedule set by the line manager.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Thursday 6 November 2025
- Duration
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1 year 1 month
- Positions available
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10
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
- Working alone or as part of a team, you will be responsible for delivering great service as you move our customers all around the UK
- You will be packing, wrapping, loading and unloading our customer furniture and effects
- The role is physically demanding and involves a high level of customer interaction
- The role may also involve spending nights away from base, (for which a supplement is payable), and some weekend working
- You will receive training in packing, loading, manual handling and customer service skills
- You can develop your career as a professional driver, with full training provided
- This role involves regular lifting and moving of items, so physical fitness
Where you'll work
You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.
This apprenticeship is available in these locations:
- New Hythe Business Park, Bellingham Way, Larkfield, Aylesford, ME20 6XS
- Catterick Pickfords Building 42 Piave Lines Leyburn Road Catterick Garrison, Catterick Garrison, DL9 3LL
- Pickfords Shed A Feltham Garrison, Elmwood Avenue, Feltham, TW13 7AH
- Unit 10, Drury Way Industrial Estate, Laxcon Close, London, NW10 0TG
- Pickfords Building 46 Clive Barracks Tern Hill Market Drayton, Market Drayton, TF9 3QD
- Newcastle Pickfords Benton Business Park Bellway Industrial Estate Whitley Road, Newcastle, NE12 9SW
- Kendrew Barracks, Cottesmore, Oakham, LE15 7BL
- Pickfords Builsing 999 Nadder Road, Tidworth, SP9 7QA
- Pickfords Nightingale Road Horsham West Sussex, West Sussex, RH12 2NW
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
The training sessions will be held at the various locations listed below
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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
- Good spoken English - Confident in reading and writing and able to understand written instructions - Driving licence preferable - Full on the job training will be given - A passion for customer service - Punctuality, reliability and a strong work ethic essential - Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks to a high standard - Ability to work safely and efficiently in a physically active setting - Willingness to train for a Class 2 driving licence in the future
About this employer
Pickfords has been moving homes for generations, covering every postcode in the UK and Ireland. We are committed to delivering a high quality, local service. Through our national operational network we provide removals and storage services to customers, clients and their employees across the country. Click below to discover the services available in your area.
https://www.pickfords.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Employee Assistance Programme - EAP (supports our employees' wellbeing), Health Fitness Discount Vouchers, Cycle to Work Scheme, Free Staff Parking, 25 days holiday, Birthday Voucher, Christmas Voucher, Staff rewards voucher.
After this apprenticeship
- You can develop your career as a professional driver, with full training provided
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TRS TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000341349.
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Closes in 15 days (Thursday 23 October 2025 at 11:59pm)
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