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Data last updated on 2 August 2026
What does a Mover do?
As a mover you move goods for a customer, packing and unpacking them and loading and unloading them. As a professional mover or removal worker you select the right removal equipment, assemble or disassemble items and move heavy loads, sometimes even industrial machines. You place the goods in a vehicle or container, protect the building against damage and set the equipment back up at the destination. You follow the safety rules, the instructions and the customer's requirements. In Belgium this is a physical transport and logistics job in warehousing, load handling and removals.
Typical tasks
- Select the right removal equipment
- Pack and unpack the goods
- Disassemble and reassemble the equipment
- Move heavy loads and industrial machines
- Place the items in a vehicle or container
- Protect the building against damage
- Maintain the workstation and report any deviations
Required skills
How to apply via Werkvolk?
- Download the appInstall the free Werkvolk app for iOS or Android.
- See Mover matchesSwipe through vacancies that fit your profile and preferences.
- Chat with employersOn a match you talk directly to the employer, no middleman.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about applying via Werkvolk.
What does a Mover do?
A mover moves goods for a customer, packing and unpacking them and loading and unloading them. You select the removal equipment, assemble or disassemble items and move heavy loads, sometimes even industrial machines. You place the goods in a vehicle or container, protect the building against damage and follow the safety rules and the customer's requirements.
How much does a Mover earn in Belgium?
A mover in Belgium usually earns between 14 and 19 euros gross per hour. Overtime, weekend work and driving the van can raise your income, and experienced team leaders earn more. The physical nature of the work and the customer contact are part of the job every day.
What can you grow into as a Mover?
With experience you can grow into related transport and logistics roles such as forklift operator, reach truck operator, warehouse worker, crane operator or tow truck driver. Within a removals company you can also move up to team leader, coordinating a removal crew and checking the completed work with the customer.
In which environments does a mover work?
You work in transport and logistics, specifically in warehousing, load handling and removals. Your work takes place at customers' homes and businesses, in the moving van and sometimes on industrial sites for machine transport. The job is physical and varied, with a different location and customer almost every day.
What is the difference between a Mover and a mover's assistant?
A mover's assistant supports the crew with carrying, packing and simple tasks under guidance. A full mover works more independently: selecting equipment, disassembling and reassembling items, protecting the building and handling heavy or industrial loads. Many movers start as an assistant and grow once they know the techniques and the routine.