University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 2 Material Movement Operative

The closing date is 26 October 2025

Job summary

There is an opportunity available to join a forward thinking Logistics and Supply Chain team based in Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

This role is a key position within the operational profile of the University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.

The Logistics Team is recruiting a Material Movement Operative in a very busy service yard area.

We have a position working 37.5 hours per week over 7 days, between 06:00-20:00.

The role will involve:

*Collecting, handling and management waste materials from Theatres and other wards and areas.

* Collecting, handling and management and clean/dirty Theatre instruments.

*Delivering stock, linen, bread and milk and post to designated areas on roll cages/pallets/trolleys.

*Delivering pharmacy to wards and departments.

* Assisting Theatres store: delivering and putting away stock, general housekeeping.

* Driving company 3.5t vehicle.

The opportunity is available across two sites, the successful applicant will work systematically to ensure just in time delivery to all operational areas, whilst striving to continuously improve the service offered by the Logistics and Supply Chain Team as a whole.

The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and time management skills. We are looking for a team player who is willing to adapt to different roles within the department at short notice where required.

Main duties of the job

To ensure Health and Safety, COSHH, Medicines Act, Misuse of Drugs Act and Regulations, Weight Restrictions and local operating procedures are followed at all times ensuring that adequate security of goods is maintained at all times.

To ensure daily delivery schedules/delivery point times are always met.

To operate mechanical aids in a responsible manner, carry out safety checks and ensuring that both equipment and working areas are safe, clean and tidy and reporting any deficiencies to the Logistics Management team.

To dispose of waste products according to the Trust's Waste Management Policy, transfer waste to the appropriate collection points according to procedures including appropriate handling of corrosive materials, cytotoxic, flammable substances and dealing with any spillages.

To take on an active role during emergencies including fire and all major emergencies and accompany emergency services to the problem area and assist as requested.

To wear uniform and ID badge with Trust policy and procedure and comply with Infection Control Policy.

To observe a clean, neat and tidy appearance at all times adhering to the Trusts and Departmental Uniform policies.

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.

Details

Date posted

14 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 to £24,465 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-1096986

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH


Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • *Good Standard of General Education to GCSE or equivalent level (E)
  • *Willingness to undertake training and become competent in fire warden training.
  • *Driving license.

Experience

Essential

  • *Working within a team.

Desirable

  • *To have worked within a Hospital or similar environment .
  • *Previous experience in a Logistics environment.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • *Good numeracy and literacy skills
  • *Good analytical and problem solving skills
  • *Telephone skills.
  • *Prioritisation and organisation skills.
  • *Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • *Initiative and common sense.
  • *Customer orientated.
  • *Working within a results driven environment
  • *Time Management
  • *Reliable
  • *Punctual
  • *Motivated
  • *Team Builder
  • *Diplomatic
  • *Confident
  • *Committed
  • *Multi Tasker
  • *Relationship Builder
  • *Persuasive
  • *Hard working
  • *Committed
  • *Professional

Desirable

  • *Good knowledge of IT software packages such Microsoft Office, Internet, Stock management systems such as Sage, Genesis, Softology.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • *Good Standard of General Education to GCSE or equivalent level (E)
  • *Willingness to undertake training and become competent in fire warden training.
  • *Driving license.

Experience

Essential

  • *Working within a team.

Desirable

  • *To have worked within a Hospital or similar environment .
  • *Previous experience in a Logistics environment.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • *Good numeracy and literacy skills
  • *Good analytical and problem solving skills
  • *Telephone skills.
  • *Prioritisation and organisation skills.
  • *Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • *Initiative and common sense.
  • *Customer orientated.
  • *Working within a results driven environment
  • *Time Management
  • *Reliable
  • *Punctual
  • *Motivated
  • *Team Builder
  • *Diplomatic
  • *Confident
  • *Committed
  • *Multi Tasker
  • *Relationship Builder
  • *Persuasive
  • *Hard working
  • *Committed
  • *Professional

Desirable

  • *Good knowledge of IT software packages such Microsoft Office, Internet, Stock management systems such as Sage, Genesis, Softology.

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

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Monika Skuza

monika.skuza@uhb.nhs.uk

01213713077

Details

Date posted

14 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 to £24,465 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-1096986

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH


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