Driver/Porter

We require a dedicated individual to work within a team and to carry out a variety of driving duties.

The duties comprise of site collections of waste Including waste compound management , laundry, supplies and specimen collections from local GPs/ hospitals and support COVID to patients in South Yorkshire, North Derbyshire and Lincolnshire.

We are looking for individuals who are a good communicators, with the ability to use their own initiative to support exceptional levels of customer service. Any applicants should have relevant experience of driving commercial vehicles and carrying out delivery duties. Applicants should be educated to GCSE grade D or above (or equivalent) and have a full clean driving licence. Licences issues after 01/01/1997 will require the following categories in addition to the standard licence – B+E, C1 and D1.

The collection of waste carts from collection points on the northern general site and transport to a central compound area. To empty the carts using the equipment provided, collection of carts for washing, distribution of clean carts to appropriate areas.

The collection of sacks of dirty linen from Trust buildings /areas to Laundry.

Delivery of sacks of clean linen to appropriate Trust buildings /areas.

Delivery/ collection, of stores and supplies to all areas of the hospital sites.

Collection and delivery of samples and drugs including isotopes, and delivery / collection of mail /supplies to / from doctor’s surgeries and various clinics in Sheffield and surrounding areas.

To drive the hospital courtesy bus when required, transporting staff, patients and visitors

Delivery and collection of equipment and small items of furniture on and off site.

Delivery and collection of medical notes.

Collection of cages and transport to recognised collection points.

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The collection of waste carts from collection points on the northern general site and transport to a central compound area. To empty the carts using the equipment provided, collection of carts for washing, distribution of clean carts to appropriate areas.

The collection of sacks of dirty linen from Trust buildings /areas to Laundry.

Delivery of sacks of clean linen to appropriate Trust buildings /areas.

Delivery/ collection, of stores and supplies to all areas of the hospital sites.

Collection and delivery of samples and drugs including isotopes, and delivery / collection of mail /supplies to / from doctor’s surgeries and various clinics in Sheffield and surrounding areas.

To drive the hospital courtesy bus when required, transporting staff, patients and visitors.

Delivery and collection of equipment and small items of furniture on and off site.

Delivery and collection of medical notes.

Collection of cages and transport to recognised collection points.

Vehicle responsibilities

Completion of daily vehicle checks;

Refuel when required.

Check and clean vehicles as instructed.

Complete daily record information.

Fill mileage in daily.

Oil and Water top up as required.

Tyre pressures top up as required.

Vehicle to be washed at least once per week.

Report any defects to Assistant Transport manager/Transport manager.

General Responsibilities

Adhere to and share responsibilities for implementation of Trust Policies and Local Departmental Rules including: -

• • Health & Safety, including the Internal Drivers Handbook
• Waste disposal
• Confidentiality Data Protection
• Attendance at Mandatory Training including Moving & Handling
• Fire Procedures including attendance at Fire Lecture annually
• Infection Control
• Uniform Policy
• No smoking policy
• Attendance
• Disciplinary
• Assist with induction of new starters, as directed