Job summary
Please note on 1st March 2026, the Estates and Facilities Services for Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, will transfer to East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and become part of OneLSC.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative person to work directly with the Trust Waste Minimisation Officer and members of the Estates Team in providing day to day and specialist project support. The role will be mainly based in the Estates Department at the Royal Preston Hospital site, but may also involve visiting other Trust sites including Chorley Hospital, Preston Business Centre and smaller clinical premises.
The Trust has a significant green agenda including the implementation of a Green Plan, Net Zero Carbon Delivery Plan and Waste Strategy. We need you to help us make a difference and meet our green targets, so it is essential that you have both enthusiasm for and some knowledge of, sustainability and the environment.
Your duties will include general administration, liaising with various clinical and non-clinical departments, external customers of the Trust's Waste Transfer Station, contractors and suppliers. You will be responsible for maintaining waste management records and training systems, along with producing regular waste production data and reports. We also require you to establish and maintain auditing/monitoring systems for waste, as well as carrying out some waste management audits across the organisation.
Main duties of the job
Your duties will include general administration, liaising with various clinical and non-clinical departments, external customers of the Trust's Waste Transfer Station, contractors and suppliers. You will be responsible for maintaining waste management records and training systems, along with producing regular waste production data and reports. We also require you to establish and maintain auditing/monitoring systems for waste, as well as carrying out some waste management audits across the organisation.
You must demonstrate flexible working, excellent communication skills and be very organised and methodical. You will be expected to work both in an office environment and a clinical environment when visiting wards and departments. As some of our waste storage facilities are external, you will also be required to carry out some work outdoors.
About us
You will be part of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one of the biggest and highest performing trusts in the North West; an organisation that provides many specialist tertiary services, delivers award-winning teaching and development programmes, leads national and international clinical trials and research studies, and always gives excellent care with compassion - you will have an unparalleled opportunity to learn, grow and flourish in a supportive and innovative environment, and work with some of the UK's leading healthcare experts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative person to work directly with the Trust Waste Minimisation Officer and members of the Estates Team in providing day to day and specialist project support. The role will be mainly based in the Estates Department at the Royal Preston Hospital site, but may also involve visiting other Trust sites including Chorley Hospital, Preston Business Centre and smaller clinical premises.
The Trust has a significant green agenda including the implementation of a Green Plan, Net Zero Carbon Delivery Plan and Waste Strategy. We need you to help us make a difference and meet our green targets, so it is essential that you have both enthusiasm for and some knowledge of, sustainability and the environment.
Your duties will include general administration, liaising with various clinical and non-clinical departments, external customers of the Trusts Waste Transfer Station, contractors and suppliers. You will be responsible for maintaining waste management records and training systems, along with producing regular waste production data and reports. We also require you to establish and maintain auditing/monitoring systems for waste, as well as carrying out some waste management audits across the organisation.
You must demonstrate flexible working, excellent communication skills and be very organised and methodical. You will be expected to work both in an office environment and a clinical environment when visiting wards and departments. As some of our waste storage facilities are external, you will also be required to carry out some work outdoors.
You will be part of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one of the biggest and highest performing trusts in the North West; an organisation that provides many specialist tertiary services, delivers award-winning teaching and development programmes, leads national and international clinical trials and research studies, and always gives excellent care with compassion - you will have an unparalleled opportunity to learn, grow and flourish in a supportive and innovative environment, and work with some of the UKs leading healthcare experts.
For an informal discussion, please contact Sian Fisher Waste Minimisation Officer on 01772 524095 or 07850 907384.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative person to work directly with the Trust Waste Minimisation Officer and members of the Estates Team in providing day to day and specialist project support. The role will be mainly based in the Estates Department at the Royal Preston Hospital site, but may also involve visiting other Trust sites including Chorley Hospital, Preston Business Centre and smaller clinical premises.
The Trust has a significant green agenda including the implementation of a Green Plan, Net Zero Carbon Delivery Plan and Waste Strategy. We need you to help us make a difference and meet our green targets, so it is essential that you have both enthusiasm for and some knowledge of, sustainability and the environment.
Your duties will include general administration, liaising with various clinical and non-clinical departments, external customers of the Trusts Waste Transfer Station, contractors and suppliers. You will be responsible for maintaining waste management records and training systems, along with producing regular waste production data and reports. We also require you to establish and maintain auditing/monitoring systems for waste, as well as carrying out some waste management audits across the organisation.
You must demonstrate flexible working, excellent communication skills and be very organised and methodical. You will be expected to work both in an office environment and a clinical environment when visiting wards and departments. As some of our waste storage facilities are external, you will also be required to carry out some work outdoors.
You will be part of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one of the biggest and highest performing trusts in the North West; an organisation that provides many specialist tertiary services, delivers award-winning teaching and development programmes, leads national and international clinical trials and research studies, and always gives excellent care with compassion - you will have an unparalleled opportunity to learn, grow and flourish in a supportive and innovative environment, and work with some of the UKs leading healthcare experts.
For an informal discussion, please contact Sian Fisher Waste Minimisation Officer on 01772 524095 or 07850 907384.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- At least 5 GCSEs including Maths and English, at C grade or above
Desirable
- ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
- Shorthand qualification 100 wpm
- RSA II or equivalent, plus relevant practical experience
- A recognised qualification in an business and/or environmental related subject OR a minimum of 3 years practical/relevant experience
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within the NHS
- Confident and efficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet
- Experience of providing a comprehensive administrative service
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development
- Carrying out auditing and monitoring of activities across large and multiple sites
- Implementation of new systems and procedures in a healthcare environment (project work).
- Experience of liaising with external suppliers, finance and procurement departments regarding invoice queries, orders, payments
Desirable
- Experience of using IT databases (MS Access/Oracle)
- Experienced and competent minute/note taking
- Assist in the management of budgets
- Previous experience of managing complicated legal paperwork and record keeping systems
- Operational knowledge and experience in waste management and/or sustainability.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- At least 5 GCSEs including Maths and English, at C grade or above
Desirable
- ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
- Shorthand qualification 100 wpm
- RSA II or equivalent, plus relevant practical experience
- A recognised qualification in an business and/or environmental related subject OR a minimum of 3 years practical/relevant experience
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within the NHS
- Confident and efficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet
- Experience of providing a comprehensive administrative service
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development
- Carrying out auditing and monitoring of activities across large and multiple sites
- Implementation of new systems and procedures in a healthcare environment (project work).
- Experience of liaising with external suppliers, finance and procurement departments regarding invoice queries, orders, payments
Desirable
- Experience of using IT databases (MS Access/Oracle)
- Experienced and competent minute/note taking
- Assist in the management of budgets
- Previous experience of managing complicated legal paperwork and record keeping systems
- Operational knowledge and experience in waste management and/or sustainability.
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.
