Receipt and Distribution Porter

Sodexo; Hereford; Presencial; GBP 14 000 - 21 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Mental health resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health & wellbeing app

Discounts on high street brands

Salary finance tools

Retirement savings plan

Life insurance

Full training and protective uniform

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Competitive pay

Resumo da oferta

Sodexo Hereford County Hospital is seeking a R&D Porter to support mobile operations across the site, moving patients, equipment and supplies. Various hours across 5 days in 7 provide flexible shifts at Hereford County Hospital.

You will receive, unload and check deliveries, maintain accurate records, store items safely, and assist with stock takes and dispatch tasks, including pharmacy runs and patient transport when needed.

Qualificações

• Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Awareness of health and safety in a hospital setting.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and adapt to changing tasks.
• Strong teamwork with ability to work independently when needed.
• Understanding of confidentiality, emotional resilience and sensitivity in difficult situations.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Helpful, patient-focused attitude and commitment to delivering excellent customer care.

Responsabilidades

• Receive, unload and check deliveries against delivery notes, orders and relevant systems, identifying quantity, packaging or product discrepancies.
• Report missing, damaged, incorrect or unsuitable deliveries promptly to the designated manager or supervisor.
• Record receipt and onward distribution accurately, maintaining a clear audit trail and obtaining evidence of delivery where required.
• Sort, organise and safely store goods in designated areas, ensuring items are stacked appropriately and are ready for collection or dispatch.
• Load, unload and move transported items safely, using cages, trolleys or other approved handling equipment as required.
• Monitor stock holdings and par levels, support stock rotation, assist with stocktakes and report shortages, wastage or unusual variances.
• Provide additional porter services such pharmacy runs, moving furniture, and transporting records or patients.

Conhecimentos

Physical stamina

Health & safety awareness

Calm under pressure

Team player

Confidentiality

Excellent communication

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• Various Hours / 5 days in 7
• £12.71 per hour + Sodexo Benefits
• Location is Hereford County Hospital

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Job Introduction

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

As a R&D Porter at Sodexo in Hereford County Hospital, you'll be an essential part of the hospital's daily operations - safely moving patients, vital equipment, and medical supplies throughout the site.With professionalism and a friendly approach, you'll help reduce the stress of hospital visits for patients, staff, and visitors alike.

What you'll do:

• Receive, unload and check deliveries against delivery notes, orders and relevant systems, identifying quantity, packaging or product discrepancies.
• Report missing, damaged, incorrect or unsuitable deliveries promptly to the designated manager or supervisor.
• Record receipt and onward distribution accurately, maintaining a clear audit trail and obtaining evidence of delivery where required.
• Sort, organise and safely store goods in designated areas, ensuring items are stacked appropriately and are ready for collection or dispatch.
• Load, unload and move transported items safely, using cages, trolleys or other approved handling equipment as required.
• Monitor stock holdings and par levels, support stock rotation, assist with stocktakes and report shortages, wastage or unusual variances.
• Provide additional porter services such pharmacy runs, moving furniture, and transporting records or patients.

What you bring:

• Physical stamina and ability to walk or stand for extended periods
• Awareness of health and safety practices in a hospital setting
• Calmness under pressure and adaptability to changing tasks
• A strong team ethic with the ability to work independently when needed
• An understanding of confidentiality, emotional resilience, and sensitivity in difficult situations
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• A helpful, patient-focused attitude and commitment to delivering excellent customer care

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer.We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.