NHS Transport Driver – Flexible, Safe Medical Deliveries

FHFT Education Academy; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Transport Driver based at Cody depot to cover Farnborough, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Surrey. The role involves transporting mail, lab samples, pharmacy items and records between NHS sites, with occasional weekend work and evening shifts.

You will need a full clean driving licence, GCSEs in English and Maths, and be able to read maps and use Sat Nav. Experience in frontline driving and journey logs is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent local knowledge and ability to read maps/use Sat Nav.
• Knowledge of routine vehicle checks.
• Self-motivated and able to work without supervision.
• Ability to meet changing needs.
• Understanding of Confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety issues within the role.
• Basic First Aid knowledge.
• Working knowledge of NHS.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Safely driving vehicles to transport materials between designated locations, adhering to all relevant traffic and safety regulations.
• Ensuring the security and confidentiality of sensitive items such as medical records and laboratory samples during transport.
• Handling all deliveries with care, ensuring that items are delivered in a timely and organised manner.
• Maintaining accurate records of deliveries and collections, including any special requirements or issues encountered.
• Adhering to NHS policies and procedures, including infection control protocols when handling medical materials.
• Reporting any vehicle maintenance issues or incidents promptly to ensure continued safe operation of transport services.
• Working flexibly across different sites and teams to meet the operational needs of the NHS.
• Demonstrating excellent communication skills when liaising with staff and other NHS organisations.
• Applicants must possess a full, clean driving licence.

Skills

Local knowledge

Map reading

Sat Nav

Vehicle checks

Self-motivated

Independent work

Confidentiality

Health & Safety

First Aid

NHS knowledge

Driving licence

Education

Full clean Driving Licence

GCSE English & Maths

D1 licence (current)

Tools

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Job description

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Transport Driver based at Cody depot to cover Farnborough, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Surrey. The role involves transporting mail, lab samples, pharmacy items and records between NHS sites, with occasional weekend work and evening shifts.

You will need a full clean driving licence, GCSEs in English and Maths, and be able to read maps and use Sat Nav. Experience in frontline driving and journey logs is preferred.