Freight Driver

Job Title: Freight Driver – Band 2

 

Location: Holywell Hospital Site, Antrim

 

Duration: Temporary, initially 1 month

 

Salary: Band 2

 

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8:15am – 4:15pm

 

Apple Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our public sector client for a Freight Driver – Band 2 based at Holywell Hospital Site, Antrim.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver to join a busy Transport Department, providing an essential delivery and collection service between hospitals and community facilities.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Transport and deliver pharmacy items, office furniture, equipment, mail and other items between hospitals and community facilities.

   

  Carry out multi-drop deliveries as required.

   

  Ensure items are transported safely and efficiently.

   

  Complete relevant vehicle and journey records, including mileage, fuel usage, loading and other required information.

   

  Carry out routine vehicle checks and minor running maintenance, including checking and topping up fuel, oil and water.

   

  Check tyre condition and pressure and report any issues as required.

   

  Keep vehicles clean and in a suitable condition for use.

   

  Comply with all relevant health and safety, driving and Trust procedures.

   

  Complete the Trust driving test using a suitable Trust vehicle.

   

Essential Criteria Applicants must have:

 

• A full current unrestricted Category B driving licence valid for use in the UK and be out of R plates.

   

  Access to a car on appointment.

   

  Experience of multi-drop deliveries.

   

  The ability to successfully complete a Trust Driving Test.

   

The requirement to hold a driving licence and have access to a car may be waived where an applicant's disability prohibits driving, provided they have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will enable them to carry out the duties of the post.

 

How to Apply If you wish to be considered for this role or would like more information, please apply by emailing your CV to Darcie at darcie.donohoe@applerecruitment.com.

 

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history with dates, qualifications and full contact details.

 

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

 

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.