Driver

UHS; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 10.000 - 15.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

NHS terms of service

Employee benefits platform discounts

Zusammenfassung

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a part-time driver to join the UEL Transport team at Southampton General Hospital. The role involves safe, compliant movement of UHS/UEL supplies and requires a full driving licence with the ability to drive a range of vehicles including a minibus and 7.5-tonne.

Shifts run from 0600 to 2030 with varied times. Training in manual handling is provided, and there is an opportunity to complete Driver CPC.

Qualifikationen

• Previous driving experience in the local Southampton area.
• Ability and licence to drive a variety of vehicles including a minibus and a 7.5 tonne.
• Full driving licence required.
• Customer-focused with good communication skills.
• Opportunity to complete Driver CPC.
• Manual handling training provided.

Aufgaben

• Move UHS/UEL supplies safely and compliantly.
• Transport staff, mail, parcels and clinical items as required.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Operate the vehicle in accordance with the Road Traffic Act.
• Support shifts between 0600 and 2030 with varied times.

Kenntnisse

Driving experience

Communication skills

Customer focus

Full licence

Mini bus driving

Jobbeschreibung

Grade: Band 2

Hours: Part time - 15 hours per week

Job ref: 188-UEL041026

Site: University Hospital Southampton

Town: Southampton

Closing: 01/11/2026

Job overview

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our team at UHS Estates Ltd (UEL). Please refer to the detailed job description below for more information about the role.

Job Title:

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 15 hours per week

A part time driver is required to join the UEL Transport team, based at the Southampton General Hospital. The department operates from 0600 to 2030 with varied shifts within these times.

You will be required to complete the safe and compliant movement of UHS/UEL Supplies. You'll need to have previous driving experience of the local Southampton area, and the ability and licence to drive a variety of vehicles including a mini bus and a 7.5 tonne.

You will need to be customer focused with good communication skills. You will be offered essential manual handling training and the opportunity to complete a Driver CPC.

UHS Estates Limited (UEL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The company is responsible for the design and construction of new buildings, and the ongoing provision of services, including estates maintenance, soft facilities management and the management of equipment, consumables and materials, in support of one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England.

Employee Benefits:

• NHS terms of service and annual leave
• Access to an employee benefits platform offering discounts on groceries, high street shopping, family outings, holidays, and more

Southampton offers an excellent quality of life, located on the south coast with an international airport and direct train links to London. The area boasts the stunning New Forest National Park, beautiful beaches along the Jurassic Coast, and living costs around 20% lower than London. With 14 Ofsted-rated “Outstanding” schools, it’s a great place to live and work.

UEL Transport complete the safe and compliant movement of UHS/UEL Supplies. We encourage safe processes and a good team working environment.

• 1. Undertake all transport duties as per the schedule or as directed by the Head Driver. This includes all or any transporting of:
  • Staff to and from place of work.
  • Mail and parcels to various Hospitals, Medical Centres and Practices.
  • The shipment of bloods, pharmacy, linen, specimens, clinical equipment and food.
• 2. Daily maintenance checks of vehicles, as per driver instruction sheets and to report any defects to the Transport Supervisor.
• 3. Ensure, at all times, that the vehicle is driven within the requirements of the Road Traffic Act.
• 4. Carry out all duties in a helpful and courteous manner.

You will require a full driving licence.