General Operative​/Driver

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Job Description:

Facilities Operative (Driving Required)

Overview

We are seeking a Facilities Operative to provide collection, delivery and site support services across multiple healthcare and operational locations throughout the Birmingham area. This is a varied, hands-on role involving the transportation of equipment, stock and supplies, supporting day-to-day site operations and maintaining high standards of health, safety and customer service.

The successful candidate will work independently for much of the time and will be responsible for operating a transit-sized company vehicle.

Key Responsibilities

* Collect, transport and deliver furniture including beds, mattresses, lockers, desks and chairs.

* Move and deliver electrical appliances and equipment.

* Collect, transport and dispose of various waste streams in accordance with procedures.

* Safely handle and transport clinical waste using the appropriate PPE and safe working practices.

* Pick and distribute stock and consumable supplies.

* Deliver food supplies between locations.

* Install and replace privacy curtains.

* General maintenance

* Carry out duties that may require working at height using step ladders.

* Move and transfer vehicles between sites when required.

* Complete routine vehicle inspections and basic checks.

* Maintain vehicle cleanliness and presentation.

* Ensure stores, compounds and parking areas remain clean and organised.

* Support additional operational and facilities-related tasks as required.

Requirements Essential

* Full UK driving licence with no major endorsements.

* Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS check.

* Good verbal and written communication skills.

* Strong customer service skills.

* Health and safety focused approach.

* Ability to work independently and use initiative.

* Good level of physical fitness.

* Comfortable with manual handling duties and heavy lifting.

* Comfortable working at height when required.

* Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

Personal Attributes

Reliable and trustworthy.

Positive and proactive attitude.

Strong team player.

Self-motivated and capable of managing workload effectively.

Able to prioritise tasks and respond to changing demands.

Problem-solving mindset.

Professional and courteous manner.

Willingness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement