Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced driver to join our Logistics team undertaking the multi-drop delivery & collection of NHS related cargos to & from healthcare provider sites around Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire & surrounding counties, and other sites as required, using light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonne Gross Vehicle Weight.
You will work as part of a team undertaking scheduled delivery runs, & ad hoc work, on a scheduled rota basis working 7.5 hours per day between 6.30am and 8pm Monday to Friday. There is a requirement that you will undertake overtime as & when required.
The current site for Trent Logistics is Duncan Macmillan House, Porchester Road, Nottingham NG3 6AA and work will be based from there.
Main duties of the job
Our main duties are to undertake the collection & delivery of NHS cargos including Pathology & Histopathology specimens, pharmacy items, mail, parcels, stock, and medical records, using our fleet of liveried vehicles.
The driving of a light commercial vehicle will take up at least 50% of the working day so previous similar experience in delivery driving for work is essential. Previous experience of multi drop work is desirable.
Throughout the course of the day you will have regular face to face contact with our customers so the ability to communicate politely and effectively at all levels is essential.
You must hold a full UK driving licence to category B with no endorsements.
Please read the job description and person specification for further details.
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About us
Nottinghamshire Healthcare employs over 10,000 colleagues who help #MakeADifference every day. We provide intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. Care is delivered from over 120 sites within the community from acute settings and across low, medium and high secure environments including prisons.
As one of the largest mental health and community trusts in the East Midlands and one of the biggest employers in Nottinghamshire. We are also home to national and regional services such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We are committed to flexible and agile working, including the opportunity to join our bank.
Your health and wellbeing is our priority and as such we invest significantly in this via our in-house Occupational Health Service, Staff Counselling Service and Health and Wellbeing Team.
We offer a number of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, our Green Champions Network, Freedom to Speak Up Network. Health and Wellbeing Champions Network and Menopause Champions. We provide care to a diverse range of communities and are passionate about supporting diversity and inclusion in the Trust.
If you believe in our values of Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork, then we would love to hear from you!
#TeamNottsHC
Job description
Job responsibilities
Trent Logistics is the transport service provider for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and additionally provide a Logistics service to other NHS organisations.
We hold accreditations in Quality Management system (ISO9001-2015) and in Environmental Management system (ISO14001-2015)
We use a fleet of modern Electric (battery) & Diesel vans.
The team comprises of 30 colleagues who take pride in the logistical services that they provide to the NHS and strive for excellence and continual improvement.
Full induction training is undertaken to the role and on-going training to the scheduled runs is provided with other experienced colleagues.
You will work alongside other colleagues whilst at the base (Duncan Macmillan House) and although you will mainly work alone whilst driving you may have contact with colleagues at communal locations during the day.
The sharing of knowledge & experience between colleagues is undertaken regularly to maintain continual improvement.
The role will include;
Working as team member on different scheduled runs on a rota basis between 6.30am to 8pm Monday to Friday providing a logistics service.
The driving of a works vehicle including daily basic maintenance & inspection and completion of vehicle records.
Manual handling and the use of trolleys to move goods between the vehicle and delivery/collection location.
Manual handling of goods some of which may be heavy.
Attendance at multiple sites throughout a working day collecting & delivering.
Communicating with a range of people on a regular basis.
Undertaking training as required some of which will be PC based.
Sorting internal mail in a post room environment.
Following written & verbal instructions and completing paperwork & providing verbal feedback.
Working without direct supervision during the day.
Ability to work under pressure to timescales whilst driving in traffic.
Having a good knowledge of Nottingham, Derby & surrounding areas.
Please read the job description and person specification for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Trent Logistics is the transport service provider for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and additionally provide a Logistics service to other NHS organisations.
We hold accreditations in Quality Management system (ISO9001-2015) and in Environmental Management system (ISO14001-2015)
We use a fleet of modern Electric (battery) & Diesel vans.
The team comprises of 30 colleagues who take pride in the logistical services that they provide to the NHS and strive for excellence and continual improvement.
Full induction training is undertaken to the role and on-going training to the scheduled runs is provided with other experienced colleagues.
You will work alongside other colleagues whilst at the base (Duncan Macmillan House) and although you will mainly work alone whilst driving you may have contact with colleagues at communal locations during the day.
The sharing of knowledge & experience between colleagues is undertaken regularly to maintain continual improvement.
The role will include;
Working as team member on different scheduled runs on a rota basis between 6.30am to 8pm Monday to Friday providing a logistics service.
The driving of a works vehicle including daily basic maintenance & inspection and completion of vehicle records.
Manual handling and the use of trolleys to move goods between the vehicle and delivery/collection location.
Manual handling of goods some of which may be heavy.
Attendance at multiple sites throughout a working day collecting & delivering.
Communicating with a range of people on a regular basis.
Undertaking training as required some of which will be PC based.
Sorting internal mail in a post room environment.
Following written & verbal instructions and completing paperwork & providing verbal feedback.
Working without direct supervision during the day.
Ability to work under pressure to timescales whilst driving in traffic.
Having a good knowledge of Nottingham, Derby & surrounding areas.
Please read the job description and person specification for further details.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Experience of communicating politely and effectively at all levels.
- Experience of working without direct supervision.
- Experience of being able to follow tasks and written instruction.
- Experience of being able to work effectively under pressure e.g., in heavy traffic situations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS locations within Nottingham.
- Understanding of the H&S at work Act 1974
Physical requirements
Essential
- Capable of sitting in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working day whilst driving.
- Capable of carrying out manual handling activities.
Experience
Essential
- Delivery driving experience.
Desirable
- Multi-drop delivery experience
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Full valid UK driving licence with category B entitlement.
- No endorsements on driving licence.
Desirable
- English & Maths qualifications to GCSE or equivalent at C grade minimum
- Hold a current certificate in the safe transporting of radioactive materials.
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
- Must be available to work Monday to Friday between 6.30am and 8pm on a rota system.
- Ability to work overtime if required.
Desirable
- Ability to work weekends & unsociable hours if required.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the road network in Nottingham.
- Knowledge of the Highway Code in relation to driving light commercial vehicles for work.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS locations within Nottingham.
- Understanding of the H&S at work Act 1974
Training
Essential
Desirable
- Driver training certificate
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Experience of communicating politely and effectively at all levels.
- Experience of working without direct supervision.
- Experience of being able to follow tasks and written instruction.
- Experience of being able to work effectively under pressure e.g., in heavy traffic situations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS locations within Nottingham.
- Understanding of the H&S at work Act 1974
Physical requirements
Essential
- Capable of sitting in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working day whilst driving.
- Capable of carrying out manual handling activities.
Experience
Essential
- Delivery driving experience.
Desirable
- Multi-drop delivery experience
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Full valid UK driving licence with category B entitlement.
- No endorsements on driving licence.
Desirable
- English & Maths qualifications to GCSE or equivalent at C grade minimum
- Hold a current certificate in the safe transporting of radioactive materials.
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
- Must be available to work Monday to Friday between 6.30am and 8pm on a rota system.
- Ability to work overtime if required.
Desirable
- Ability to work weekends & unsociable hours if required.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the road network in Nottingham.
- Knowledge of the Highway Code in relation to driving light commercial vehicles for work.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS locations within Nottingham.
- Understanding of the H&S at work Act 1974
Training
Essential
Desirable
- Driver training certificate
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
