Band 2 Driver/Material Movement Operative

Job summary

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

To carry out clerical work and computer entry as required.

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 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.

To collect roll cages and tote boxes from customers with minimum delay when empty and to immediately respond to any associated requests made via any agreed communication means i.e. pager/mobile.

To accurately pick goods from shelves/racking at the warehouse using authorised requisitions and suitable pack for issue to customers.

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.

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

Main duties of the job

*Note - This position will be primarily based in the warehouse with occasional 7.5t / 3.5t driving*

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 of daily vehicle checks and subsequent reporting of any defects to the immediate line manager.

To carry out Materials Management activities, and to undertake staff relief duties at other sites as and when required.

To carry out any other duties that may be required from time to time.

To adhere to Local procedures appertaining to the taking of annual leave to ensure business continuity i.e. deliveries are maintained.

Daily duties to deliver medical and non-medical goods across sites using a 7.5 tonne lorry.

Relationships: Liaison with other Procurement and Transport staff, customers, suppliers and delivery contractors will be necessary.

To participate in training activities as and when required.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

32-34 Melchett Rd

32 - 34 Melchett Road

Kings Norton

West Midlands

B30 3HY

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

32-34 Melchett Rd

32 - 34 Melchett Road

Kings Norton

West Midlands

B30 3HY

Employer's website

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

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