Waste Porter

Queen Elizabeth Hospital; North End; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare facility in North End, England is seeking a Waste Porter to manage waste collection efficiently within a physically demanding, team-oriented environment. Responsibilities include collecting clinical and domestic waste, operating electric tugs and Trust vehicles, and documenting waste movements. Join a dynamic team, contribute to innovative healthcare solutions, and enjoy benefits like flexible working opportunities and support services for staff wellness.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Free counselling service

NHS Pension scheme

Access to Wagestream

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry heavy loads.
• Ability to work in a team of 2-20 individuals.
• Computer literacy for day-to-day tasks.

Responsibilities

• Collect clinical and domestic waste.
• Ensure timely collection of waste and linen.
• Operate various waste handling machinery.

Skills

Physically demanding work

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Tools

Electric tugs

Trust vehicles

Waste compactor

Job description

We are currently looking for 1 substantive Waste Porter within a 5-week rolling shift pattern, working 6:00 - 14:00 shifts. The service operates 7 days per week so weekend and Bank Holiday working is required. This is a physically demanding role. As a valued member of the Waste and Linen team you will collect bagged clinical and domestic waste, bagged soiled linen and recyclable waste including cardboard and metal items by hand and using a variety of methods including electric tugs, Trust vehicles and hand trolleys. The role involves making sure all waste and linen is collected in a timely manner, which also may involve patient contact at times. You will work in a team of between 2-20 people daily. When sufficient applications have been received this post will be closed., 1. Collection of bagged clinical and domestic waste 2. Collection of bagged contaminated/ soiled linen 3. Collection of items for recycling; these currently include cardboard/paper, plastics, batteries, ink/toner cartridges, furniture and metals 4. To operate various machinery, including Trust vehicles (both on and off site), electric tugs/movers, bin washing machine, waste compactor, cardboard baler and bin tippers 5. To assist in the loading/unloading of clinical waste bins to external contractors vehicles 6. Accept delivery of and store sharps containers in accordance with departmental guidelines 7. Complete and maintain the administration paperwork required to record movements and transfers of clinical and other waste streams 8. To drive to other sites to collect items as required 9. To undergo all mandatory and departmental training as directed by the Waste and Linen Services Manager 10. Will on occasions be asked to work alongside the main day Portering team when necessary, Admin & Clerical staff may be required to act as Loggists for a major incident. Everyone within the Trust has or will shortly need to have a minimum level of skill for computer literacy for their day-to day- work as we become more digitally mature. Therefore all staff should be computer literate.

About The Queen Elizabeth Hospital

There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital to open and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken. Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond. At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs. We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships. We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.

Benefits and Support

+ Flexible working opportunities + Free counselling service + NHS Pension scheme + Access to Wagestream - an app-based service that provides instant earned wage access

Staff Support and Diversity

• + Support and advice for staff affected by either Peri-Menopause or Menopause + Opportunity to join our Staff Networks which include: Armed Forces, REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Culture Heritage), Disability and LGBTQ+ networks. We are committed to being a menopause friendly employer.