Logistics Assistant

Integrated Care System; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional ambulance service provider in Lancashire is seeking a Logistics Assistant to support operational sectors by ensuring vehicles and equipment are ready for frontline staff. Responsibilities include conducting vehicle checks, restocking supplies, and collaborating with clinical teams. Candidates should have a full UK driving licence and experience in logistical roles. This position offers a dynamic working environment in emergency healthcare.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Previous experience in a logistical or fleet-based role.
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistics support in an operational sector.
• Perform routine vehicle readiness checks.
• Support local operational team with ordering consumables.

Skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Good time management

Record keeping

Good IT competency

Education

Full UK Driving Licence (with C1)

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Logistics Assistant with a number of positions available across locations within the Cumbria & Lancashire Areas of the North West Ambulance Service.

The postholder will be responsible for providing logistics support in an operational sector of Cumbria or Lancashire, making sure that vehicles, equipment, and consumables are available for frontline staff. This role has been designed to assist and maintain the safe and effective deployment of ambulance resources by ensuring the operational environment is well-supported. The role is to work closely with operational managers, fleet department and clinical teams to maintain high standards of preparedness and support service resilience across their designated sector/area.

The role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and a commitment to high standards. The logistics assistant will be required to hold a full driving licence appropriate for driving an ambulance and may be required to work across a number of locations in the sector/area. This role involves physical work, coordination of tasks, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced, emergency healthcare environment.

The ability to communicate effectively with clinical and non-clinical staff and to work collaboratively with other logistic assistant postholders is required to support efficiency, enhance service delivery, operational effectiveness and foster a cohesive working environment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will report to the relevant Group Manager and work in close contact with the local leadership team. They will undertake a range of duties including routine vehicle readiness checks, ensuring vehicles are clean, fuelled, roadworthy and appropriately equipped.

Restocking of consumables, coordination of equipment servicing, and supporting the fleet team to coordinate vehicle movements for maintenance, deep cleaning, or other operational requirements. Coordination of vehicle movement will include driving ambulances and rapid response type vehicle of both the traditional type engine and electric type vehicles.

You will support the local operational team with the ordering of consumables and the unpacking of stores orders on arrival at stations and undertake inventory checks and support the resolution of any discrepancies.

Ensure all medical equipment is clean, functional, in-date and appropriately stored. Support the calibration, servicing, and repair of medical equipment by liaising with appropriate internal departments and external suppliers. Identify and remove faulty or expired equipment and ensure timely reporting and replacement.

Make sure the operational area is clean, safe, and organised, promoting a professional working environment for crews. This includes the service vehicle made available to the postholder, which will be used for transporting stock and equipment and at times staff to various locations across the Trust.

About us

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.

Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.

Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.

We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to carry out everyday tasks on digital platforms, such as data entry or accessing information. Tasks will include ordering, receipting, tracking, and the reporting of issues with equipment and vehicles. Systems such as SafeCheck the trusts quality management system, asset tracking software, fleet systems, oracle procurement system, and DCIQ incident tracking system, will require the ability to navigate and use basic digital tools.

Comply with all health and safety requirements, including manual handling and COSHH regulations. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required when cleaning vehicles or handling equipment. Ensure vehicle and station cleanliness meet infection control standards.

Coordination of tasks with various departments and other logistic assistant postholders will be required to support efficient use of resources and time.

The post will predominantly operate on a day shift basis across the 7 days of the week on a rostered pattern.

Potential CAL Base Locations

Carlisle

Distington

Ulverston

Kendal

Lancaster

Blackpool

Burnley

Blackburn

Preston

Chorley

Please ensure you have read the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying for this role.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a large number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a pressured environment
• Good time management and task prioritisation
• Record keeping and good IT competency (email, data entry, inventory systems)

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (with C1 entitlement or willingness to obtain if required)
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge (fluids, tyre checks, etc)

Experience

• Previous experience in a logistical, support, warehouse or fleet-based role using stock control or asset management systems
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience of conducting checks on vehicles and/or equipment

Values

• Working together - demonstrate collaborative and inclusive working and challenge behaviour that is not inclusive or acceptable
• Being at our best - professional and adaptable and takes pride in work
• Making a difference - act with compassion, kindness and integrity towards everyone

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.