Porter - Auction Rooms
1 day ago
Woking
Please note: Applicants must submit both a CV and a brief cover letter to be considered for this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early once a suitable candidate has been found. \n Job Purpose Summary: \n To support the day-to-day operation of an efficient sales floor across the full auction cycle, with a focus on the safe handling, movement, and organisation of auction items. Working as part of a small team, the Porter plays a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods through the auction process, from intake and storage through to auction presentation and post-sale collections. The role includes regular manual handling, working to tight deadlines, and supporting both operational and customer-facing activities. The position offers exposure to all aspects of the auction process, with opportunities to develop skills in areas such as photography, cataloguing, and valuation support. \n Please note: This role includes regular manual handling and lifting; applicants should be comfortable with the physical nature of the work. \n Job Requirements: \n Knowledge & Experience \n\n • Previous experience in a manual handling, warehouse, logistics, or similar environment would be advantageous, but not essential.\n, • A general interest in antiques, art, and collectables is desirable.\n, • Basic IT literacy and willingness to learn internal systems. Training, Education & Qualifications\n, • No formal qualifications required; full training will be provided where necessary.\n, • Full UK driving licence required. Skills, Abilities & Personal Qualities\n, • Physically capable of manual handling and moving items safely.\n, • Strong attention to detail when handling, storing, and moving goods.\n, • Well organised with the ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.\n, • Good interpersonal and communication skills, particularly when dealing with customers.\n, • Team player with a flexible and proactive approach.\n, • Ability to use initiative and take responsibility for tasks.\n, • Reliable, positive and hardworking attitude.\n\n Responsibilities and procedures: \n\n • Move stock safely in and out of the auction rooms, storage areas, and salesfloor.\n, • Support the preparation and organisation of the salesfloor for auctions and viewing days.\n, • Assist with the accurate handling, storage, and location of auction items.\n, • Support customer collections, ensuring items are retrieved efficiently and accurately.\n, • Provide a high level of customer service when dealing with clients on site.\n, • Assist with the set-up and breakdown of auction rooms and displays.\n, • Support online bidding clerking and general auction day operations where required.\n, • Assist with basic photography of items where needed (training provided).\n, • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment at all times.\n, • Work in line with company procedures to ensure the safeguarding of client assets.\n, • Support other areas of the business with ad-hoc operational tasks as required.\n\n Hours \n Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, with 1 hour for lunch. (PLUS 4 Saturdays per annum, 9.00 am to 2.00 pm to support our quarterly Fine Auctions and 4 Tuesdays per annum, working an additional 2 hours for late night viewing until 7.00 pm. Fine Auctions to occur March, June, September and December each year.) \n Full-time (flexible or part-time working considered). \n \n About the Company: \n Ewbank’s are a Premier International Antiques, Fine Art, Memorabilia and Collectables Auctioneers and Valuers based in Surrey and selling all over the world. Ewbank’s hold quarterly Fine Auctions; and regular specialist sales of Jewellery, Entertainment, Memorabilia, Vintage Posters, Silver, Clocks, Watches, Fine Art, Classic and Modern Cars, Ceramics, Antique Furniture, Works of Art, Trading Cards, Interiors and Modern Design, Contemporary/20 th Century Art, Asian Art, Militaria, Garden, Comics, Fine Wines, Toys, Models & Collectables, Video Games and even more besides. Ewbank's also hold regular Pre-Loved, Vintage and Antique Auctions. \n As Surrey's leading independent auctioneers we pride ourselves on being a family firm providing the best service, knowledge and expertise, Ewbank’s are members of the Society of Fine Art Auctioneers and Valuers (SOFAA) Ewbank’s also adhere to the highest ethical standards when selling our client’s goods and believe in the importance of transparency. \n \n Please note: Applicants must submit both a CV and a brief cover letter to be considered for this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early once a suitable candidate has been found.