About this role
Job summary
To take responsibility for the efficient and reliable transportation of Trust vehicles/ equipment/ people and support Vehicle Resource Centre in the mission to deliver excellent clinical care for patients by having the right equipment and products available at the right place, at the right time.,
Please note we are recruiting for x2 permanent posts at the below locations:
- x1 Permanent role, Croydon Ambulance Station, 168 Primrose Lane, Croydon, CR0 8YY
- x1 Permanent role, Greenwich Ambulance Station, 392 Shooters Hill Road, SE18 4LP
Main duties of the job
Transport ambulance service vehicles throughout the London area as requested by the Production Hub
Deliver and collect vehicles from workshops and main dealers
Assist in the transport of crews as and when required
To undertake any other reasonable request, and duties appropriate to the role
About us
Our strategy 2023-2028 outlines how we plan to achieve this, and is centred upon three missions focused on:
Our care- delivering outstanding emergency and urgent care whenever and wherever needed. Our organisation- being an increasingly inclusive, well-led and highly skilled organisation people are proud to work for. Our London- using our unique pan-London position to contribute to improving the health of the capital. To achieve these three missions we have set ourselves 50 commitments to deliver over the next five years. In developing these ambitious commitments, we have engaged extensively both inside our organisation, with our partners and with our patients, and we have analysed population trends and horizon scanned the future.
Job description Job responsibilities
Transport Ambulance Service vehicles throughout the London area, to and from ambulance stations, outside contractors and Fleet workshops.
To undertake any other reasonable request, and duties appropriate to the role.
To ensure all relevant documentation is completed accurately relating to vehicle operations as required.
To ensure that all vehicles are maintain and operated in accordance with policies and procedures.
Complete a visual check of vehicle before driving and report any defects
Ensure the proper and effective use and cleanliness of all cleaning equipment and materials.
To alert Fleet management of any issues or concerns that may affect service provision and safe operation of vehicles.
To be aware of all Health & Safety requirements.
Attends training courses and completes any training requirements as requested.
To be responsible for all equipment and vehicles which the post holder is required to use and also keep records as necessary.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Accreditations, Education Essential
Current UK Driving Licence full manual driving licence (no more than 3 penalty points) C1 category on driving license valid within the UK c Good Standard of Education - minimum of 3 GCSES (or equivalent) at grade C to include English and Maths
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a public service or customer care environment Ability to build up good relationships with internal/ external stakeholders Customer focused with proven customer care skill and positive and professional manner and attitude at all times Ability to self-manage
Knowledge Essential
Excellent communication and organisational skills with strong attention to detail Good written and verbal communication skills A team player with good interpersonal skills Excellent command of Information Technology and proficient in the use of MS Office
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 London Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Address CROYDON AMBULANCE STATION
PRIMROSE LANE
CROYDON
CR0 8YY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.londonambulance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)