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Logistics Operative

CHEC

The closing date is 20 November 2024

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Job summary

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of eye health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help. If you are looking to join an organisation that is thriving on success, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Operative to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Logistics Operative to join the team. As the Logistics Operative, you will work alongside staff on site at the hospital to enable safe transportation of patients when required and to help support the wider facilities team. You will work with the facilities team to receive, process, and distribute incoming stock deliveries. You will relocate and install the new equipment to the desired location, ensuring all equipment is in excellent condition.

About us

Community Health and Eyecare are an independent service provider that specialise in Ophthalmology and Endoscopy services supporting the NHS. CHEC are an established group of hospitals and community clinics across the UK. Our bespoke state of the art surgical centres are a beacon of envy, providing end-to-end care for our patients through NHS partnerships. We have 5 core values that we uphold through our employee and patient lifecycle to ensure a pleasant experience for all. These are Caring, Passionate, Togetherness, Listening and Focus, something that all our colleagues are expected to naturally uphold here at CHEC.

Date posted

24 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE1041712

Job locations

Unit 3, Warwick House,

Edison Park

Swindon

SN3 3RB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide transport to and from hospital appointments for patients, (this can sometimes stretch far & wide across the breadth of the UK, although infrequent) Pre-calling patients to introduce yourself & confirm booking(s). Collection and delivery of surgical instruments from each hospital to the local sterilisation service provider Liaise with bookings team & programme transport routes. Ensure safe packing and delivery of equipment and stock Receive delivery of Stock and equipment on site, booking in stock received and checking the delivery notes. Relocate or receive new equipment, sometimes installing items into desired locations. Undertake minor maintenance/odd jobs (within capabilities) at sites to ensure the facility and all equipment is in excellent condition. Ensure clinic hospital checks are carried out on behalf of the facilities team i.e., water temperature checks, ensuring waste bins are collected by service providers and supporting the clinic services. Use basic admin (Excel, word & Outlook email) in corresponding, updating & logging trips Provide support to the facilities team Checking over vehicle for faults or issues & relaying back their findings to line manager or vehicle fault sheet. Cleaning & replenishing fuels & fluids in the vehicle. Observing risks or faults which may be occurring both on and off site and reporting these findings to the relevant individuals. Cover colleagues works in the event of illness, holiday or other.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide transport to and from hospital appointments for patients, (this can sometimes stretch far & wide across the breadth of the UK, although infrequent) Pre-calling patients to introduce yourself & confirm booking(s). Collection and delivery of surgical instruments from each hospital to the local sterilisation service provider Liaise with bookings team & programme transport routes. Ensure safe packing and delivery of equipment and stock Receive delivery of Stock and equipment on site, booking in stock received and checking the delivery notes. Relocate or receive new equipment, sometimes installing items into desired locations. Undertake minor maintenance/odd jobs (within capabilities) at sites to ensure the facility and all equipment is in excellent condition. Ensure clinic hospital checks are carried out on behalf of the facilities team i.e., water temperature checks, ensuring waste bins are collected by service providers and supporting the clinic services. Use basic admin (Excel, word & Outlook email) in corresponding, updating & logging trips Provide support to the facilities team Checking over vehicle for faults or issues & relaying back their findings to line manager or vehicle fault sheet. Cleaning & replenishing fuels & fluids in the vehicle. Observing risks or faults which may be occurring both on and off site and reporting these findings to the relevant individuals. Cover colleagues works in the event of illness, holiday or other.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care
  • Good communication and strong interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems
  • Self-motivated and self-starter
  • A clean driving record and a U.K. Drivers licence
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care
  • Good communication and strong interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems
  • Self-motivated and self-starter
  • A clean driving record and a U.K. Drivers licence

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.

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

Unit 3, Warwick House,

Edison Park

Swindon

SN3 3RB


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

Unit 3, Warwick House,

Edison Park

Swindon

SN3 3RB


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Resourcing Specialist

Malii Sharpe

malika.s@chec.uk

Date posted

24 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE1041712

Job locations

Unit 3, Warwick House,

Edison Park

Swindon

SN3 3RB


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