Materials Management Officer/Driver | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare trust in England is seeking a Materials Management Officer / Driver to maintain supply chain services and deliver goods. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage a flexible workload. The candidate must be willing to operate within an ever-changing workload and possess appropriate transport for deliveries. This position offers a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage a flexible approach to workload.
• Willingness to use appropriate transport for deliveries.
• Access to or willingness to use appropriate transport and care when delivering goods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal supply chain services using computerised systems.
• Deliver goods to various locations within the Trust portfolio.
• Provide customer liaison and helpdesk services.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work without direct supervision

Flexibility in approach to workload

Job description

Overview

As our Materials Management Officer / Driver, you will work as an integral part of the team ensuring that internal supply chain services are maintained, including receipts, distribution and/or materials management using computerised receipts, storage and/or bar-coded data capture systems within the warehouse and the wider Trust amongst other duties. You will also deliver goods to various locations within the Trust portfolio and to the public when required, which may involve going through a patient’s threshold to put goods away.

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal supply chain services (receipts, distribution, and materials management) using computerised and/or bar‑coded systems.
• Deliver goods to locations within the Trust portfolio and, when required, to the public (e.g., continence products and wound dressings).
• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills; work under non-direct supervision and prioritise own workload.
• Demonstrate flexibility to respond to changing workloads and maintain a professional approach at all times.
• Liaise with Trust staff at all levels, providing assistance face to face and over the telephone.
• Provide customer liaison and helpdesk services, manage telephone enquiries, give advice and resolve queries and problems.
• Expedite outstanding orders, inform users of product delays or shortages, and actively source alternatives.
• Research and identify new or alternative products and sources of supply.
• Note that this post requires an Enhanced DBS check, which the Trust will cover; applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service may present a valid DBS certificate instead of a new check.

Qualifications and requirements

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with and assist Trust staff throughout the working day.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and manage a flexible approach to workload.
• Willingness to operate within an ever-changing workload and respond appropriately to demands.
• Access to or willingness to use appropriate transport and care when delivering goods as required by the role.
• Applications from candidates requiring current Healthcare worker sponsorship to work in the UK are ineligible to apply for this position.

Additional information

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We are an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and equal opportunities. Our 7,000‑strong workforce is at the heart of what we do.

How to apply and other notes

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is partnering with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, offering employability services for 16–30 year olds. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please contact [e-mail].

This advert closes on Monday 29 Sep 2025.