Driver

Sodexo Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in healthcare is seeking a Driver at Ipswich Hospital. This role is crucial for transporting medical items and ensuring high patient care standards. The ideal candidate will have a full UK driving licence, experience in driving roles, and a commitment to professionalism and safety. Competitive pay and a range of benefits are offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health & wellbeing app

Discounts on high street brands

Retirement savings plan

Full training and protective uniform provided

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a driving role.
• Physically able to carry out manual handling duties.
• Familiarity with NHS sites or medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport healthcare items and equipment.
• Comply with safety procedures and regulations.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Reliable

Flexible

Team player

Professional approach

Education

Full, clean UK driving licence

Basic literacy and numeracy

Job description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 37.5hrs pw Monday to Friday 08.00 - 16.00

Please take the time to read the attached job description

Job Introduction

Be Part of a Team That Values You—Just As You Are.

At Sodexo Health & Care, we’re more than service providers — we’re trusted partners in patient care. As a Driver based atIpswich Hospital, you’ll be an essential part of our logistics and transport team, helping keep healthcare running smoothly by safely transporting medical items, equipment, and people to where they’re needed most.

If you’re reliable, flexible, and take pride in doing meaningful work behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

Safely transport a range of healthcare items including:

Histology, pathology, and blood samples

Medical records, x-rays, and confidential waste

Clean and used surgical instruments

Mail, parcels, medical equipment, and controlled drugs

Clean/used laundry and pharmacy products

Deliver and install medical equipment (e.g. beds) to patients’ homes

Support portering duties when required

Handle ad-hoc transport and collection requests with professionalism

Use all vehicles and equipment in line with Sodexo and NHS safety procedures

Ensure daily vehicle checks, cleanliness, and accurate reporting of defects

Maintain confidentiality and data protection in line with Trust and Sodexo policies

Support service operations during major incidents or adverse conditions

Comply with all relevant regulations including COSHH, HSE, and Carriage of Dangerous Goods

What You Bring:

Full, clean UK driving licence

Knowledge of local area and ability to follow routes

Basic literacy and numeracy

Experience in a driving role

Physically able to carry out manual handling duties

Ability to work in all weather conditions and undertake flexible shifts

Strong team player with a professional and respectful approach

Committed to health and safety, infection control, and patient confidentiality

Experience with larger vehicles (e.g. vans or minibuses)

Familiarity with NHS sites or medical terminology

Previous experience in healthcare logistics or transport

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.