REMOVALS OPERATIVE & TRAINEE DRIVER
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £36,556 per year |
| Additional salary information: | (Rising upon the completion of the HGV Driver Training Programme) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Potters Bar, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AGM Relocation Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AMSROTD01 |
Summary
ABOUT US
AGM Relocation Ltd, (hereinafter referred to as the “AGM Group”) is the parent company and home of some of the industry’s most respected moving and relocation companies.
Founded in 1958, Abels removals is a removals firm based in Brandon, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Abels are proud members of BAR (British Association of Removers) and our house moving teams specialise both in moving antiques and specialist items such as pianos, grandfather clocks, fine art alongside day to day household items and furniture, always delivering the utmost care and attention, ensuring everything runs smoothly and guaranteeing our customer’s peace of mind.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Removals Operative & Trainee Driver to join our growing team based in Potters Bar, who is looking for a new career challenge within the removals industry.
Removals Operative & Trainee Driver will be responsible for moving and handling customers household and personal possessions, whilst undertaking the HGV Driver Training programme to obtain a Class 2 HGV licence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Initially undertake and learn the role of a Removals Operative by shadowing current Drivers and Senior Drivers to secure knowledge of the role, routes and build confidence
• Interacting and communicating effectively with our Customers and Colleagues in the movement of goods across UK and Europe
• Providing assistance in the moving and handling of customer goods, including van driving to and from location (long and short distances) across the UK and Europe
• Packing and wrapping customer goods before manually and physically lifting (aided and unaided) onto vehicles or into location
• Completing the necessary on the job paperwork to a high standard
• Following H&S Guidelines and carrying out Banks-person duties
• Begin to learn the full role of a Removals Operative whilst undertaking HGV Driver Training
Essential
• Full UK drivers’ licence (no more than 3 points)
• Excellent customer service and organisational skills
• Experience in light commercial or delivery driving
Desirable
• Previous removals experience
• Multilingual skills
• Valid Passport (for potential European travel)
What We Offer
• Competitive salary: £36,556 per annum (Rising upon the completion of the HGV Driver Training Programme)
• Overtime available
• Days - Normal days of work: Monday to Friday.
• Hours – 47.5 hours per week (weekdays) times can vary depending on the job and can finish late on occasion.
• Nights away and occasional weekends at increased rates when required
• Based out of the Potters Bar depot
• Permanent, full-time
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holiday
• Company pension
• 2 x paid volunteering days
• Access to a leading Employee Engagement Platform provider offering lifestyle saving and discounts on most high street retailers & services, reward and recognition programme.
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Career development opportunities
• Company awards & events
• Free On-site parking
Pre-Employment Checks
Successful applicants will be subject to:
• Employment referencing
• Basic DBS check
• ID and Right to Work verification
AGM Relocation Ltd, (hereinafter referred to as the “AGM Group”) is the parent company and home of some of the industry’s most respected moving and relocation companies.
Founded in 1958, Abels removals is a removals firm based in Brandon, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Abels are proud members of BAR (British Association of Removers) and our house moving teams specialise both in moving antiques and specialist items such as pianos, grandfather clocks, fine art alongside day to day household items and furniture, always delivering the utmost care and attention, ensuring everything runs smoothly and guaranteeing our customer’s peace of mind.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Removals Operative & Trainee Driver to join our growing team based in Potters Bar, who is looking for a new career challenge within the removals industry.
Removals Operative & Trainee Driver will be responsible for moving and handling customers household and personal possessions, whilst undertaking the HGV Driver Training programme to obtain a Class 2 HGV licence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Initially undertake and learn the role of a Removals Operative by shadowing current Drivers and Senior Drivers to secure knowledge of the role, routes and build confidence
• Interacting and communicating effectively with our Customers and Colleagues in the movement of goods across UK and Europe
• Providing assistance in the moving and handling of customer goods, including van driving to and from location (long and short distances) across the UK and Europe
• Packing and wrapping customer goods before manually and physically lifting (aided and unaided) onto vehicles or into location
• Completing the necessary on the job paperwork to a high standard
• Following H&S Guidelines and carrying out Banks-person duties
• Begin to learn the full role of a Removals Operative whilst undertaking HGV Driver Training
Essential
• Full UK drivers’ licence (no more than 3 points)
• Excellent customer service and organisational skills
• Experience in light commercial or delivery driving
Desirable
• Previous removals experience
• Multilingual skills
• Valid Passport (for potential European travel)
What We Offer
• Competitive salary: £36,556 per annum (Rising upon the completion of the HGV Driver Training Programme)
• Overtime available
• Days - Normal days of work: Monday to Friday.
• Hours – 47.5 hours per week (weekdays) times can vary depending on the job and can finish late on occasion.
• Nights away and occasional weekends at increased rates when required
• Based out of the Potters Bar depot
• Permanent, full-time
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holiday
• Company pension
• 2 x paid volunteering days
• Access to a leading Employee Engagement Platform provider offering lifestyle saving and discounts on most high street retailers & services, reward and recognition programme.
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Career development opportunities
• Company awards & events
• Free On-site parking
Pre-Employment Checks
Successful applicants will be subject to:
• Employment referencing
• Basic DBS check
• ID and Right to Work verification