Removals Assistant / Removal Porter

Pertemps · Aylesford, Kent

Removals Assistant / Removal Porter at Pertemps, based in Aylesford, Kent, paying £14.00 per hour. This is a contract role.

Salary
£14.00 per hour
Location
Aylesford, Kent
Contract
Contract
Posted
1 week ago
Closes
4 Sep 2026
Sector
HGV Driving

32% below the typical rate for hgv driving

Reference 310101176

About the role

Removals Assistant / Removal Porter (Full UK Driving Licence Required)

Looking to Build a Career in Transport?

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a well-established removals company in Aylesford, Kent for a Removals Assistant / Removal Porter to join their growing team.

Location: Aylesford, Kent
Pay: £13.50 - £14.00 per hour (DOE)
Hours: 07:30 - 16:30 (flexibility required)
Contract: Permanent Role | Weekend Rota
Benefits: HGV Training & Career Progression Available

 
This opportunity would suit an experienced Removals Operative, Removals Crew Member, Furniture Remover, House Removals Assistant, Driver Porter, Porter, Removal Driver or Removals Driver looking for a long-term career with genuine progression opportunities.

For hardworking and committed individuals, there is the opportunity to undertake company-supported HGV training, providing a clear pathway into a professional driving career.

The Role

As a Removals Assistant, you'll work as part of a professional removals team carrying out residential and commercial moves across Kent and the surrounding areas.

Working alongside experienced Removals Drivers and Removals Crew Members, you'll assist with packing, loading, transporting and unloading customer belongings safely and efficiently, whilst maintaining exceptional levels of customer service.

This is a varied, physically active role where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

  • Loading and unloading household and commercial goods

    • Packing and protecting furniture and personal belongings

    • Supporting Removal Drivers and the wider removals team

    • Safely handling furniture and heavy items

    • Providing excellent customer service at customer premises

    • Ensuring vehicles are loaded safely and efficiently

    • Working as part of a professional removals crew to complete jobs efficiently and safely

What We're Looking For

  • Full UK Category B Driving Licence (essential)

    • Previous experience as a Removals Assistant, Removal Porter, Removals Operative, Driver Porter, Furniture Remover, House Removals Assistant, Delivery Assistant or Porter would be advantageous

    • Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual handling duties

    • Reliable, punctual and hardworking

    • Strong communication and customer service skills

    • Ability to work effectively as part of a team

    • Flexible approach to working hours

    • Willingness to work weekends on a rota basis 

 
Whether you're currently working as a Removals Assistant, Removal Porter, Removals Operative, Furniture Remover, Driver Porter, House Removals Assistant, Porter, Removal Driver or Removals Driver, this is an excellent opportunity to join a company that invests in its people and offers a clear route for career progression.

 
Important Information

Unfortunately, applications from candidates who do not hold a full UK driving licence cannot be considered.

Reference: 310101176 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 4 Sep 2026 · Listed via Pertemps

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