Description
We are seeking a Driver to join our team at Circle Health Group Decontamination, which operates 24/7 and provides sterile equipment for surgical procedures in hospitals across England and Glasgow.
As a bank role, you will work on an 'as and when required' basis, supplementing staffing levels during busy periods and providing cover for existing staff during annual leave or absence.
Responsibilities:
- Collect contaminated trolleys from hospitals and clinics and deliver them to the CHG decontamination facility.
- Return clean trolleys containing reprocessed scopes and instruments to clinical departments in a safe, timely, and courteous manner.
- Perform daily vehicle checks, monitor fuel, oil, tyre pressure, and report any defects immediately.
- Keep the vehicle clean, presentable, and in good working order, both inside and out.
- Serve as a key communication link between customers and the decontamination unit, relaying any customer concerns, delivery issues, or queries to the appropriate internal contact.
- Maintain professional conduct and build positive working relationships with hospital and clinic staff.
Requirements:
- A full, clean UK driving licence (Category B), valid for operation of vehicles up to and including 3.5t.
- Proven experience of driving vans with tail lifts, ideally in a commercial or healthcare setting.
- Comfortable driving in urban and rural environments, in all weather conditions, and under time pressure.
- Ability to carry out manual handling and lifting duties safely, with appropriate training.
- A good standard of general education, with the ability to complete delivery logs and read route instructions.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, or public holidays if required.
- A commitment to maintaining vehicle hygiene and safety standards.
Salary & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate of up to £12.82 per hour, depending on level of experience, training, and qualification.