Logistics Officer

Job summary

Weqas is an External Quality Assessment (EQA) provider hosted by the Cardiff & Vale University Health Board.

Weqas runs over 40 EQA Programmes, providing performance analysis, troubleshooting advice and an educational advisory service to NHS Pathology Departments, independent healthcare laboratories, independent pharmacies, forensic pathology services, veterinary pathology laboratories, clinical trial units and diagnostic companies.

Weqas provides four distinct services:

• External Quality Assessment for Laboratory and Point of Care Services
• Reference Laboratory
• Quality Control Production
• Education and Training

We are seeking an organised, professional and adaptable individual to work with us within this busy logistics team.

We are looking for a candidate with a problem-solving mindset and a proactive approach for resolution, with an interest in logistics within a healthcare setting.

Weqas operates out of a dedicated unit with good rail and bus links. Free parking is available directly in front of the building.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

What will you be doing?

Providing comprehensive Logistics administrative support for the organisation.

Liaising with Customs clearing agents and Courier services to ensure timely delivery and receipt of Weqas products.

Providing timely responses to incoming correspondence and emails regarding any logistics issues.

Scheduling of deliveries, and maintenance of the database, for clients registered for courier bulk delivery service.

Taking responsibility for the timely and accurate completion of import and export customs entries and declarations in the respective IT portals.

We're interested in people who have experience in some, or all, of the following areas:

An understanding of logistics operations and practices and have experience in logistic or supply chain management tasks.

Desirable to hold at least CILT(UK) Level 5 Professional Diploma in Logistics and Transport (IAR).

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with stakeholders.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook).

Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures.

Working to deadlines.

The post holder is required to keep abreast of UK and International Customs regulations for the import and export of all Weqas products.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Informal visits are welcomed.