Logistics Officer

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A large NHS foundation trust in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Logistics Officer to coordinate deliveries across multiple hospital sites. Responsibilities include driving a van, unloading and delivering goods, and utilizing the Oracle system for order management. Suitable candidates must possess good driving, keyboard, and manual skills, and be capable of working in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driving license required.
• Ability to manage a busy workload.
• Physical fitness for lifting and moving goods.

Responsibilities

• Drive van to service different hospital sites.
• Unload and deliver goods to various departments.
• Input data into the Oracle system.

Skills

Driving

Keyboard skills

Numerical skills

Manual lifting

Tools

Oracle system

Job description

Overview

As a Logistics Officer you will be responsible for supporting the department with the receipt of deliveries into the Central Stores area for all locations within Freeman Hospital. This includes unloading delivery vehicles, opening and checking deliveries, receipting into the Oracle system and delivering to end users across the Trust. The role involves liaising with wards and departments via email and telephone and working in a busy workload environment. The position combines IT and manual duties to fulfill department goals and serve Trust service members.

Key responsibilities

• Drive a van to service the Day Treatment Centre and the Royal Victoria Infirmary stores.
• Unload delivery vehicles and decant/deliver goods to all wards and departments.
• Plan and separate deliveries into various distribution routes daily.
• Check, verify and receipted orders into the Oracle system.
• Answer telephones and handle queries related to deliveries.
• Input data and record daily analytical data and statistics.
• Generate IT-based customer returns documentation.
• Scan and file supplier delivery documentation, converting paper to digital format.
• Work as part of a team, prioritise daily workload, and use initiative.
• Maintain a safe and tidy stores environment for yourself and colleagues.
• Weigh and lift items as required; physical and mental demands are acknowledged.
• Good keyboard, numerical and manual lifting skills are required; a valid driving licence is necessary.

Additional information

• Interview Date: 28th and 29th October 2025
• Hours: 37 Hours 30 Minutes per week
• Application process: You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Read all information in the job details before applying. No agencies, please.
• References: All references from current and previous employers will be sought and must cover a minimum of 3 years of employment. Provide current/previous line managers’ contact details covering 3 years.
• DBS: It is a requirement that candidates who require a DBS pay for the certificate; the cost is deducted from the first month’s pay.
• Interview communications: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by e-mail. Check inbox and SPAM folders. If you have not heard within 4 weeks of the closing date, assume unsuccessful.
• Trust information: Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a large NHS foundation trust with a diverse workforce and a commitment to equality, diversity and sustainability. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and provide flexible working arrangements where possible.
• Sites covered: Freeman Hospital, Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI), Health Innovation Neighbourhood, Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle Fertility Centre, Northern Centre for Cancer Care (North Cumbria), Northern Genetics Service, Cramlington Manor Walks, with additional offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and other community sites.

Note: The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to manage DBS payments for successful candidates where applicable.