About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a reliable and motivated Driver to join our busy Transport Department. The role is primarily based at Pinderfields Hospital, with responsibility for supporting services across our Pontefract and Dewsbury hospital sites when required.
This is a varied and important role within the Trust, helping to ensure the smooth running of hospital services through the safe and timely transportation of:
Medical equipmentCase notes and clinical recordsPatientsSupplies and other hospital itemsWhat we are looking for
The successful candidate will:
Hold a full, clean UK driving licenceHave previous driving experienceDemonstrate a strong understanding of health and safety responsibilitiesBe flexible, as occasional short notice changes to work patterns may be required to meet service needsHave good communication skills and a professional, courteous mannerIt would be advantageous if you have:
Experience driving a range of vehicles in a work environmentGood knowledge of the local areaExperience working with members of the publicIf you are dependable, customer focused and enjoy working as part of a team, we would welcome your application.
Please note that this role is not on the Home Office list of occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
** Please note this advert may be closed earlier than the advertised closing date **
Main duties of the job
As a Driver within our Transport Department, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care and the smooth running of hospital services by providing a safe, reliable and responsive transport service across the Trust.
Your duties will include:
Safely driving a range of Trust vehicles, including cars, vans and light goods vehicles, in accordance with road traffic legislation and Trust policies.Transporting patients, staff, medical equipment, supplies, case notes and other essential hospital items across Trust sites and throughout the Yorkshire region.Collecting and delivering pathology specimens, blood products, pharmacy items (including controlled drugs), legal specimens and internal/external mail, ensuring all handling and documentation procedures are followed.Undertaking scheduled transport runs between Trust sites, GP surgeries and neighbouring hospitals, together with responding to urgent and ad hoc transport requests.Providing cover for the Mail Driver when required.Supporting specialist transport requests, including the transfer of organs, tissue samples, biopsies and occasional mortuary services, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and sensitivity.Loading, unloading and moving heavy or bulky equipment using safe manual handling techniques (training will be provided).Carrying out routine vehicle checks and ensuring vehicles are maintained in a safe, clean and roadworthy condition.Maintaining communication with the Transport Office
About us We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
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, 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.
Job description Job responsibilities
Qualifications
Full clean driving licence
Experience
Previous driving experience. Experience of driving a variety of vehicles in a workplace environment.
Knowledge and Awareness
Awareness of customer care in a workplace environment. Good local area knowledge. Health & Safety awareness.
Skills and Abilities
Able to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to meet Trust insurance requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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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 The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Address Pinderfields Hospital
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 4DG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)