Removals Apprentice

NICEMOVE TRANSPORTATION

MANCHESTER (M23 9LE)

Closes in 13 days (Thursday 5 March 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 19 February 2026

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Summary

We are looking to recruit a Removals Operative Apprentice based at our Manchester depot. As an apprentice, you’ll work as a removals operative 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 academy.

Wage

£19,760 a year

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Training course
Removals operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday 7am start time. Weekend availability as some weekend work may be required.

38 hours a week

Start date

Sunday 8 March 2026

Duration

1 year 1 month

Positions available

1

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

  • You will be lifting and carrying furniture and effects
  • You will be loading vehicles
  • You will be packing items into boxes
  • You will work within a small team

Where you'll work

UNIT G
ENNIS CLOSE
ROUNDTHORN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
MANCHESTER
M23 9LE

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 G Ennis Close M23 9LE

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
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

The role requires manual handling. Therefore, Physical fitness is a must.

About this employer

With depots in Manchester and Birmingham, The best family run Home & Office Removals, Storage and Bespoke Delivery Company

https://nicemove.me.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Development is available for those looking to build a career in the removals field

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRS TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000002545.

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Closes in 13 days (Thursday 5 March 2026 at 11:59pm)