Full time Permanent

Removals Assistant / Removal Porter

Pertemps Maidstone
Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7GW
money-bag £13.50 - £14 per hour
Posted: 05 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 04 September 2026
Ref: 60588961

About the Role

Pertemps Maidstone is recruiting a Removals Assistant / Removal Porter for a well-established removals firm in Aylesford. This permanent, full-time position pays between £13.50 and £14.00 per hour, dependent on experience. Working hours are typically 07:30 to 16:30, with flexibility required for a weekend rota. You will assist with house and furniture removals, ensuring careful handling and loading of items. A full UK driving licence is essential, and you will support the crew on collection and delivery runs. Prior experience as a porter or removals operative is advantageous. In return, the employer offers HGV training and clear career progression for those committed to building a long-term future in transport.

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.

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