Logistics Operative - Apprenticeship Opportunity in Doncaster

A vacancy has arisen within the Logistics department for a Logistics Operative to work across various sites, primarily from the Tickhill Road Site, with a requirement to work across other trust sites within Rotherham, Sheffield and Scunthorpe. Duties will be undertaken on an unsupervised basis, utilising hand-held technology as required.

If you do not already have a Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant facilities and/or logistics subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 2 apprenticeship qualification relevant to your role. As an apprentice within RDaSH, you will gain experience, learn work-related skills, and obtain all the tools needed to thrive. An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation, with around 20% of your working hours spent training or studying, leading to a nationally recognised qualification.

Main duties of the job:

• To competently and safely drive a range of vehicles including electrical and/or diesel vehicles pulling loaded and unloaded trailers up to 3.5 tonnes, for delivering and collecting goods and post.
• To be responsible for the day-to-day safety checks and cleaning of any vehicles/equipment used, including the delivery and collection of vehicles for repair and maintenance.
• To accurately complete all records necessary in the operation of the Stores and vehicles/equipment used.
• To assist in the Trust's stores with the safe and accurate receipt and despatch of all types of goods utilising hand-held technology to record delivery and distribution of all deliveries.
• To maintain the stores, associated working areas and the surrounding area in a clean, safe and tidy condition at all times.
• To undertake the sorting, franking, delivery and collection of mail from multiple sites across the Trust.
• To collect and deliver stores, laundry and linens, medical records, diagnostic specimens, pharmacy pouches/boxes, waste and refuse, including both domestic and clinical items, ensuring safe handover to appropriate staff.
• Carry out locking/unlocking and alarming of buildings and sites as instructed.
• Undertake parking patrols on foot at agreed times/days with your line manager.

About us: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 4000 talented colleagues who are appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation.

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: GCSE or Equivalent in English and Maths.
• Skills: Ability to understand and adhere to standards and procedures; ability to work as a team member; ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision; communication skills both verbally and written; good interpersonal skills; good timekeeping and ability to prioritise workload; basic problem-solving skills.
• Experience: Ability to use a computer to input data, send and receive emails, and undertake e-learning; experience of driving light commercial vehicles or towing trailers.
• Knowledge: Basic knowledge of Health & Safety; understanding of manual handling techniques and COSHH regulations; awareness of infection prevention and control principles.
• Additional Requirements: Holds a valid British driving licence; flexible and versatile approach; ability to remain professional and de-escalate challenging situations; ability to carry out a range of manual handling tasks; physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role (e.g. lifting, standing, driving); flexibility to work across multiple sites and adapt to shift patterns, if required.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.