Logistics Assistant - Cheshire & Merseyside

NHS; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Logistics Assistant to provide vital logistics support in the Cheshire & Merseyside area. The role requires a valid UK driving license and entails responsibilities such as vehicle checks, equipment management, and effective collaboration within the team. Ideal candidates should have good time management skills and previous experience in a logistics or fleet role. This position offers the chance to make a significant difference in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence with C1 entitlement.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and checks.
• Experience in logistical, support or fleet-based roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistics support across multiple locations.
• Perform routine vehicle readiness checks and ensure equipment cleanliness.
• Handle data entry and reporting on digital platforms.

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

Education

Full UK Driving Licence, with C1 entitlement

Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Logistics Assistant with a number of posts available across the Cheshire & Merseyside Area of the NWAS.

The postholder will be responsible for providing logistics support in an operational sector within Cheshire & Mersey with base locations at CHESTER, MACCLESFIELD, NORTHWICH & WALLASEY, making sure that vehicles, equipment & consumables are available for frontline staff.

The role requires flexibility, attention to detail, & a commitment to high standards. You are required to hold a full driving licence appropriate for driving an ambulance & may be required to work across a number of locations in the sector/area.

Main duties of the job

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 / Knowledge

• Full UK Driving Licence, with C1 entitlement
• 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

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.