Job summary
The Supply & Distribution department of the London Ambulance Service has invested in a new warehouse, inventory system and team structure to support one of the busiest ambulance services in the world.
The department is responsible for the supply of medical consumables, equipment and medicines packs to ensure frontline vehicles are stocked and available to respond to emergency calls. As a Warehouse & Delivery Operative you will play a key role in supporting frontline operations.
Your role will be split between warehouse and driving duties and we need people with warehouse and driving experience who can work efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines.
You will be expected to work a rotating shift pattern covering 7 days per week, 52 weeks per year including Bank Holidays. Shifts will run from one of our sites in Rainham or Lee.
Applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check prior to starting.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the Warehouse & Delivery Operative are:
o Behaving consistently with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on day to day basis.o Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain the highest standards of professionalismo Routinely undertake warehouse duties in a safe, effective and efficient manner, commensurate with the post, as directed by warehouse Team Leadero All post holders will be expected to be proactive in identifying service development opportunities within the warehouse and distribution environment.o Undertake all driving duties associated with the delivery and collection of equipment, medical consumables and PPEo Undertake the delivery and collection of medicines across the trust in accordance with the legal requirements for the transportation of controlled drugs.o Use technology to "book in" consumables and equipment using the stock management system.o Undertake all statutory and mandatory training in line with trust policy.
About us
London Ambulance Service serves one of the worlds most dynamic and diverse cities and is the busiest ambulance service in the UK. We handle over 1.9 million emergency calls from across the capital every year as well as delivering a 24 hour NHS 111 Integrated Urgent Care Service in South East and North East London that we estimate will respond to around 1.4million urgent care calls by the end of the year.
We employ over 9,000 people who work or volunteer, across London to respond to the health needs of over 8 million people who live, work and travel in the capital.
We work closely with our NHS partners and are commissioned by 32 clinical commissioning groups spread across 5 STPs and NHS England for our specialist services.
As the only pan-London NHS provider we have a unique opportunity to play a leading role in integrating access to emergency and urgent care right across London.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We reserve the right to close the application window early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
This role covers a 24 hour period of deliveries therefore the post holder will be required to cover shifts on nights, weekends and during public holidays.
Fork Lift training will be provided upon commencement of the role if not already obtained.
Applicants must have a full manual driving license with no more than 3 penalty points. C1 licenses are desirable but not essential for commencement of the role but the applicant must be willing to obtain one if required.
You will be required to complete deliveries to LAS premises across Greater London on a scheduled and ad-hoc basis and use technology to scan in items for end to end stock tracking and management.
You will be required to move stock around the warehouse to ensure maximum efficiency and to ensure stock is rotated to prevent waste. Use plant machinery if qualified to do so such as a reach truck and/or fork lift.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We reserve the right to close the application window early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
This role covers a 24 hour period of deliveries therefore the post holder will be required to cover shifts on nights, weekends and during public holidays.
Fork Lift training will be provided upon commencement of the role if not already obtained.
Applicants must have a full manual driving license with no more than 3 penalty points. C1 licenses are desirable but not essential for commencement of the role but the applicant must be willing to obtain one if required.
You will be required to complete deliveries to LAS premises across Greater London on a scheduled and ad-hoc basis and use technology to scan in items for end to end stock tracking and management.
You will be required to move stock around the warehouse to ensure maximum efficiency and to ensure stock is rotated to prevent waste. Use plant machinery if qualified to do so such as a reach truck and/or fork lift.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FUll UK Driving License no more than 3 penalty points
- GCSE Maths & English or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Counterbalance and Reach Truck eperience
Experience
Essential
- 1 year driving experience
- Experience of driving larger vehicles
- Experience of Warehouse Work
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to Maintain Records
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Basic Computer Skills
- Ability to Meet Deadlines
Skills
Essential
- Good Team Player
- Ability to Plan Own Workload
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FUll UK Driving License no more than 3 penalty points
- GCSE Maths & English or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Counterbalance and Reach Truck eperience
Experience
Essential
- 1 year driving experience
- Experience of driving larger vehicles
- Experience of Warehouse Work
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to Maintain Records
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Basic Computer Skills
- Ability to Meet Deadlines
Skills
Essential
- Good Team Player
- Ability to Plan Own Workload
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
