Pickfords Business Moving has won the British Association of Removers' prestigious Commercial Mover of the Year Competition 2010.

Pickfords Removals was established in the 17th century and has been moving homes and businesses for generations.  The company has extensive, flexible resources and manages projects of any size – from small office removals and internal porterage contracts to managing complex specialist relocation projects.  Pickfords’ portfolio of business relocation services include; transition management, move management, asset management, space planning, office refurbishment and fit outs, IT and server relocation and environmental disposal services. 

Pickfords Business Moving Director Mark Herrington,  ‘Commercial Mover of the Year is a prestigious title and involves a rigorous process of assessment and checks against the BS8522 standards that all commercial movers strive to reach and maintain.  A fantastic result, its great to see that the expertise of our teams have been rewarded’ 

Managing Director Russell Start says ‘ I am delighted that Pickfords Business Moving has won this award,  it’s a true reflection of the commitment and hard work of our move management and operational teams and their focus on quality and customer service”

Lines to take for users of the Port of Calais

The Administrative Agreement signed at Evian on 6th July 2009 by the Minister of Immigration, Integration, National Identity and Co-Development for the French government and by the Minister for Immigration for the British government established the conditions for putting into place closer cooperation between French and British border control services in the Port of Calais. It also makes provisions for the use of the most advanced and appropriate technology for reinforcing the security of the common border.

In accordance with this agreement, a Joint Operational Coordination Centre (JOCC) has been operational since 8th February, bringing together representatives from Police aux frontières, Douanes, United Kingdom Border Agency (UKBA) and the Calais Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The objective of this centre is to strengthen cooperation and communication between the services, essential elements to the good management of working priorities and the integration of joint operations at port.

The latest x-ray scanning technology will also be installed. Its management has been trusted to French Douanes in the framework of the fight against fraud and the movement of illegal goods. It will therefore strengthen the existing control operations in the Port of Calais.

While allowing traffic flow to be maintained through better integration of currently independent controls, the scanner will begin operation for a trial period of 3 months starting from 19th April.  

BAR Training Services (BARTS) provide operative training and management qualifications as well as career development advice. BARTS are continually expanding the training offering to provide new, relevant courses and qualifications, recently there has been a significant increase in demand for on-site training which has led to the growth of the training department.

A fantastic full-time opportunity has arisen for a Field Trainer to join the BAR Training Services team.

Reporting to the BAR Training Manager, the Field Trainer will design, develop and deliver professional training courses and offer bespoke training packages to BAR members, removals businesses and businesses/individuals outside the removals industry.

The sucessful applicant will need to assess and advise businesses on health & safety matters, risk management and fire safety. Reviewing market trends, industry needs and changes in legislation, the BAR Field Trainer will look to provide new training courses, methods of delivery, training aids and initiatives to further enhance and benefit the department. Most of the training will be delivered on-site at customers' premises or at BAR's Watford headquarters. This is a mobile role that will require nights away from home and weekend work, a Mobile Training Unit with campervan will be provided.

Applicants must have removals experience, be hard working, have a passion for training, a flexible working attitude, excellent people skills and a willingness to learn.

To apply for this position send your CV, covering letter and current salary details by email to: Loren Webster, BAR Training Manager - loren.webster@bar.co.uk