Logistics Driver

NHS; Sefton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Sefton is looking for a Transport and Logistics Assistant to join their Logistics/Transport team. In this role, you will assist with daily operations, ensure timely deliveries of medical goods, and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates must possess a full driving licence and demonstrate good communication and teamwork skills. Previous experience in a logistics environment is desirable. This position offers full-time and part-time options with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence required.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills needed.
• Experience in a logistics or portering environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Logistics Team Leader with daily operations.
• Deliver medical equipment and goods on time.
• Maintain clean stores areas and comply with safety legislation.
• Liaise with staff to ensure efficient goods transfer.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.

Skills

Good communication

Team working

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Full driving licence

Numeracy and literacy

Tools

EDCL

IT skills

Job description

Overview

This exciting opportunity is for a Transport and Logistics Assistant within the Logistics/Transport team of Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, working from Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Logistics Team Leader with day‑to‑day running of the transport and stores department and accuracy of transport paperwork.
• Deliver medical equipment, records, pharmacy and general distribution of goods and paperwork to agreed locations within the Trust efficiently and on time.
• Maintain clean and tidy stores areas, free of obstruction and comply with road safety legislation.
• Liaise with Transport, Portering, Procurement and Finance staff to organise efficient transfer of goods and manage payment for goods received or returned to NHS Logistics.
• Carry out daily safety checks on vehicles and report defects to the Transport & Logistics Manager.
• Check accuracy of supporting documentation for received/delivered goods and maintain accurate computer records.
• Respect patient confidentiality at all times and comply with Manual Handling, COSHH and Health & Safety policies.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence.
• Numeracy and literacy.

Desirable Skills

• EDCL and IT skills.
• Experience in a logistics or portering environment.

Experience

• Large scale or health care portering work.
• Use of computer, VDU and photocopier.

Key Competencies

• Good communication and team working.
• Understanding of confidentiality and hygiene principles.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Working Pattern

Full‑time, Part‑time. Permanent. Band 2. Salary £24,465 a year pro rata.