Stock Controller/Driver

Job summary

The Decontamination Department at The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust are looking to recruit a new team member. This is a full time position open to drivers with a full clean driving licence (C1) and over the age of 25 (for insurance purposes). Based at Pinderfields hospital you will be responsible for deliveries, collections and the transportation of specialist goods and equipment within the local area. In addition to this you will also have portering duties and be responsible for varied stock control and sterile cleaning within the department. The transportation of these materials requires the successful applicant to obtain their (CPC) Certificate of Professional Competence and the ADR Diploma, both of which will be completed once in post at the Trust. Working 37.5 hours each week mainly working Mon - Fri 13.00pm - 21.00pm. Interviews will be held at Pinderfields Hospital on 11th November 2025.

Main duties of the job

To drive a range of Trust vehicles in a safe and responsible manner adhering to all traffic and other legal regulations. Work within Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations as well as Trust Transport procedures. Carry out any scheduled duties adhering strictly to the written schedules, all working procedures, quality systems and departmental and Trust policies. To collect and deliver sterile and used equipment between Theatres, Wards and Departments and the Decontamination Services Department according to the Driver Schedule. Deliver urgent products to Theatres/Departments at the specific direction of the Supervisor/Manager. Collect and deliver mattresses / beds from central location to various delivery points. Collect daily departments stock order, enter onto computer, produce picking list, assemble order, deliver and put away. Report any shortages verbally and on written communication sheet. Pick and collect the top up items manufactured by the Decontamination department and deliver to the relevant wards / departments. The daily cleaning and disinfection of the Units van. Inspect product for expiry date and condition in accordance with department policy. Load buggies with sterilised equipment/tray. Deliver to correct location. The post holder will be expected to participate in rostered bank holiday work and cover shifts as necessary for the provision of the service.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Pinderfields Hospital

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Pinderfields Hospital

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Employer's website

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

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