Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Distribution Team Member - Waste

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Job summary

We are looking for a Distribution Team Member to join our dedicated and hardworking waste collection team at Musgrove Park Hospital.

Here at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust we value the contribution that all of our Estates and Facilities staff make to the NHS. Our teams are vital in ensuring that our Hospital is a safe and pleasant environment for our patients and staff.

Main duties of the job

You'll support in the collection and transportation of various waste products from satellite points around the site to the main collection compounds. This will be by an Electric sit on tug and either trailers or large towable wheelie bins. All waste is already contained within a suitable item such as boxed or bagged, no loose waste.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression, and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.

The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.

There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!

Details

Date posted

14 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-ZO5812934

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Taunton

TA1 5DA


Job description

Job responsibilities

The operative must adhere to the Trusts waste policy whilst carrying out their duties. All waste is either boxed or bagged by the ward staff prior to it being collected so no loose waste. You will be part of a 4 person team which covers a 7 day week collection. Earliest start is 5am and latest finish is 4.30pm.

All appropriate PPE will be provided as this is an out doors role with exposure to all weather types.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for more information.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The operative must adhere to the Trusts waste policy whilst carrying out their duties. All waste is either boxed or bagged by the ward staff prior to it being collected so no loose waste. You will be part of a 4 person team which covers a 7 day week collection. Earliest start is 5am and latest finish is 4.30pm.

All appropriate PPE will be provided as this is an out doors role with exposure to all weather types.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for more information.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

  • Full UK driving License

Knowledge & Experience

Desirable

  • Previous customer service experience
Person Specification

Other

Essential

  • Full UK driving License

Knowledge & Experience

Desirable

  • Previous customer service experience

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Taunton

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Taunton

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Distribution Team Leader

justin Cleeve

justin.cleeve@somersetft.nhs.uk

01823344321

Details

Date posted

14 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-ZO5812934

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Taunton

TA1 5DA


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