Job summary We are looking to recruit a Distribution Driver to join the Distribution team which supports the delivery of mail, drugs & stores across all Trust locations. A clean driving licence is essential and experience of multi-drop and working to set routes and timelines would be beneficial. The hours will be spread over a 5 day week which will be based around workload demands. Most importantly we are looking for a team member, who is flexible and conscientious. The values of existing team provide a positive and enabling team spirit with a can-do attitude. If you feel you would like to join the team please apply. Main duties of the job Carry out daily vehicle safety check Maintain the official vehicles in a clean condition internally and externally Report any mechanical defects to the Transport Team Leader Report any accidents or damage to trust vehicles, other vehicles, people or property to theTransport Supervisor. Maintain vehicle log sheets of journeys and the mileage traveled and to submit them weekly to the Team Leader. Comply with instructions received from the Transport Supervisor. To drive vehicles in the Trusts fleet as required for operational movement and the collection/ delivery of items and at times as specified in the Transport Schedule Undertake unscheduled delivery and collection journeys as may be required from time to time. To ensure the security of delivery vehicles and contents are not breached. To assist in Post Room as and when required ensuring all incoming post parcels and goods are identified and delivered to appropriate departments within agreed timescale. About us Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive. Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about. Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year gross per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 246-COR6696239 Job locations S Block Hospital Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 3NR Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY Person Specification Knowledge Essential Knowledge of area. Qualifications Essential Must hold a clean current Driving License. Able to Drive up to 7.5 ton (Category C 1). If EU Licence must have D-9 counterpart Experience Essential Driving Experience Person Specification Knowledge Essential Knowledge of area. Qualifications Essential Must hold a clean current Driving License. Able to Drive up to 7.5 ton (Category C 1). If EU Licence must have D-9 counterpart Experience Essential Driving Experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust Address S Block Hospital Road Bury St Edmunds IP33 3NR Employer's website https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)