Band 2 Reciepts and Distribution Operative

Job summary

To receive, inspect and check all goods delivered to the RDP, reporting any discrepancies apparent from associated order copies and delivery receipt or documentation to be marked accordingly. To order medical stock within a ward environment using the trust standard inventory system and hardware.

To carry out clerical work and computer entry associated with each receipt, posting certified order copy to Finance, as required.

Main duties of the job

1. To receive, inspect and check all goods delivered to the RDP, reporting any discrepancies apparent from associated order copies and delivery receipt or documentation to be marked accordingly.

2. To carry out clerical work and computer entry associated with each receipt, posting certified order copy to Finance, as required.

3. To oversee or assist in the unloading and loading of vehicles, marshalling or securing containers in an orderly manner on receipt, for return to supplier or distribution to end users.

4. To deliver goods in an efficient, safe and secure manner to the correct end users, recording orders onto delivery run sheets and identifying to them any attractive or valuable items, also noting chargeable containers to be subsequently collected from them.

5. To collect roll cages and tote boxes from customers with minimum delay when empty and to immediately respond to any associated requests

6. To operate mechanical aids in a responsible manner, keeping equipment and working areas, safe, clean and tidy, reporting promptly deficiencies or defects to the immediate Supervisor.

7. To carry out stock-taking duties, as required, on supplied goods or containers, and assist in the investigation of delivery shortages/discrepancies.

8. To undertake all duties to the required standards of cleanliness and security, observing fire precaution, Health and Safety at Work and transport legislation including the carrying out

About us

We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.

Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:

Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.

UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.

University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Solihull Hospital

Lode Ln

Solihull

West Midlands

B91 2JL

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Solihull Hospital

Lode Ln

Solihull

West Midlands

B91 2JL

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

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