About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity is available to join the Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust Make Ready Department based at the Dobshill Area Ambulance Station. Although mainly located at Dobshill, on occasions applicants will be expected to travel to, and work out of, the Make Ready Department located at the Wrexham Ambulance Resource Centre.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for cleaning and decontaminating the interior and exterior of WAST Emergency Vehicles to a national standard and comply with national infection prevention control measures. The post holder will also be expected to undertake basic vehicle roadworthiness checks, safety/functional checks of onboard equipment (medical and non-medical) to ensure that WAST Emergency Vehicles are suitably stocked with equipment and consumables to meet the busy demands placed on the service.
As there will also be a requirement for the post holder to move WAST Emergency Vehicles across Ambulance Service Stations, there will be a requirement for them to hold a C1 driving license with no more than three penalty points.
The role will involve shift working including weekends and bank holidays.
Applicants should have experience of working within a team environment to achieve deadlines, have an eye for detail and be customer focused.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Selection will be via interview and driving assessment. If invited to interview, candidates will be required to bring a C1 driving license with photograph and obtain a code off the DVLA website for the driving license to be checked.
About us
#RemarkablePeople
Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we're needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from BME communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you're sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications have been received.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for cleaning and decontaminating the interior and exterior of WAST Emergency Vehicles to a national standard and comply with national infection prevention control measures. The post holder will also be expected to undertake basic vehicle roadworthiness checks, safety/functional checks of onboard equipment (medical and non-medical) to ensure that WAST Emergency Vehicles are suitably stocked with equipment and consumables to meet the busy demands placed on the service.
As there will also be a requirement for the post holder to move WAST Emergency Vehicles across Ambulance Service Stations, there will be a requirement for them to hold a C1 driving license with no more than three penalty points.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Skills and Attributes Essential
Basic IT, keyboard and VDU skills.
Desirable
Ability to manage and prioritise workloads without supervision. Excellent attention to detail.
Other Essential
Ability to travel within the regional area. Able to work hours flexibly and alter rota hours to meet operational requirements.
Desirable
Use of Microsoft applications including Word and Excel, TEAMS.
Experience Essential
An understanding of basic vehicle maintenance. Experience of working within a vehicle preparation type area.
Desirable
Good knowledge of the Highway Code. Experience of Infection Prevention Control measures.
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Full UK driving licence including C1 with a maximum of 3 endorsement points and no convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Welsh Ambulance NHS Trust
Address Area Ambulance Centre, Dobshill
Chester Road
Dobshill, Flintshire
CH5 3LZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ambulance.wales.nhs.uk/en/5 (Opens in a new tab)