Bank Driver (Grade A)

AGH Solutions "Transport & Logistics Department" is committed to providing a high quality standard of service to all its customers. In order to achieve this it is essential that all staff members of the "Transport & Logistics Department" are developed to their full potential.
The "Transport & Logistics" drivers undertake the transportation of various items (SSD equipment, Linen, Pathology samples, medication, records etc) to and from external community sites and the premises of other external customers., To carry out vehicle checks at the start of every shift, reporting any vehicle defects to a member of the 'Transport & Logistics' management team.
To ensure each vehicle is washed inside and out at least once per week. To make sure the vehicle is kept in clean and tidy state.
To ensure they follow the delivery route schedule unless they have been diverted by road closures etc. or being directed to do so by a member of the management team.
To wear the correct provide PPE and staff uniforms provided.
To ensure that at all times when leaving their vehicles it is fully secured (locking every door and window). The keys to remain with the driver at all times whilst at. The vehicle should never be left unattended when loading, or unloading.
To ensure the vehicle doesn't run out of fuel by refueling the vehicles as and when required.
To ensure the vehicles are securely loaded; to avoid damage on route. Vehicles should be loaded in route order.
To assist in the on the job training of new members of staff.
To ensure that all infection control procedures and related policies are strictly observed at all times.
To carry out all duties as instructed in line with the requirements of the AGH Solutions and customer operational procedures in order to provide a quality service and to fulfil the customers requirements.
Ensure that they check all packages before delivery if they find any damage to the packaging they should report it to the department it is been picked up from, or the relevant manager.
In the event of a vehicle breakdown; contact the breakdown service on the number provided, notify the relevant member of the 'Transport & Logistics' management team.
NOTE: This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient suitable applications are received.
If you are offered a position which requires you to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, Airedale NHS Foundation Trust will administer the DBS check on your behalf and will recover the cost (Enhanced £41.90, Standard £21.90 or Basic £21.90) from your first full months salary. This is a condition of your employment.
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We encourage applicants to receive the Covid-19 vaccination but this will not be a condition of deployment with the organisation. We will be asking applicants to share their vaccination status as part of our normal pre employment screening but this will not affect their employment status with the Trust.

You will be responsible for the transportation of various, equipment, materials, furniture, trollies, linen Samples and to be able to communicate effectively with internal & external customers, and work colleagues throughout the process of delivery of the service, ensuring Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is able to deliver the right care for patients.
This is a physically demanding role and involves lifting, pulling and pushing.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills; have a clean driving License, and have experience in a similar kind of role.
This is a rewarding role that makes a real difference to people's lives. Applicants must have experience of working with a diverse cross section of the community and the public in general., We are looking for a highly motivated and professional individual capable of working well within our current Transport Team.

AGH Solutions is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust. We are proud of our NHS heritage, and proud to be supporting Airedale's clinical services.
We provide a wide range of services from traditional facilities management and estate maintenance, to sterile services, wheelchair engineering and procurement, to clients both within and beyond the NHS., AGH Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust and provides Estates, Facilities and procurement services for the Trust.