Logistic Officer (Two person crew)

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. We are seeking a van driver to come and join our small team! Gloucestershire Equipment Loan Service (GELS) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Logistic Officer (Two Person Crew) position in our team, based in Hempsted, Gloucester.

About The Role

GELS plays an important role in supporting the care sector in Gloucestershire. We are responsible for the distribution, delivery, collection, maintenance and minor adaptations of medical and telecare equipment to support people being discharged from hospital and to help people to remain independent in their own home. The service is delivered on behalf of Gloucestershire County Council and One Gloucestershire.

This role includes driving, manual handling, fitting and installing medical equipment and working collaboratively with an assistant as part of a Two Person Crew. We make deliveries and collections across the county from our base in Hempsted, Gloucester. You will be required to safely lift, carry and install equipment, such as bariatric beds, hoists, shower chairs and walking frames, in people’s homes.

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare the van for operation by inspecting its general condition, safety checks, checking fluid levels and tyre pressure, and obtaining or scheduling repairs with the transport team.
• Load the van to deliver and collect in the most effective and efficient way.
• Ensure equipment collections are undertaken appropriately and additional items are added in the field.
• Ensure infection control and personal protections guidelines are adhered to when undertaking your role.
• Work with wider team colleagues to resolve issues.
• Fit and install equipment as detailed by health prescribers.

This is an interesting and varied role within an established and supportive team, making a difference to people in Gloucestershire.

About You

We are looking for someone who is an experienced van driver with excellent driving skills and good geographical knowledge of Gloucestershire. The ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Multi-drop van deliveries and collections.
• Fitting or installing equipment.
• Working in a customer facing role.
• Warehouse procedures.
• Working with people with complex needs.

You will need a full UK driving licence and this role is subject to a DBS check.

We Offer:

• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free offsite parking.
• Regular formal and informal support.
• Safe, supportive and positive working environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Staff discount scheme that offers access to great savings including discounts with major supermarket chains and high street retailers.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
• Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network.

Applying

Please write your application with consideration for the criteria in the Job Profile. Your application should include examples of why you should be considered and cover the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. Please also include details of your English and Maths GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) in the application form.

To arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager, please email ASCrecruitment@gloucestershire.gov.uk or click 'Apply'.

This Position is subject to an Enhanced Adults DBS. Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.