Transport Driver

2 weeks ago

Coventry, Coventry, United Kingdom QE Facilities Full time
QE Facilities Driver - Coventry

We require applicants to be good conversationalists, be compassionate and caring in nature and also to be punctual.

This post is for a Pathology Transport Driver, 37.5 hours 5 over 7 days Monday to Sunday.


QE Facilities work to their own Terms and Conditions and these are not the same as Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Terms and Conditions.

This is not an Agenda for Change Pay Rate


To provide an effective and efficient transport service which delivers and collects items such as laboratory specimens, post, medical records, lab stores, sterile supplies, furniture, computer and office equipment in addition to driving staff transportation vehicles.


The post holder will also be responsible for driving or assisting on a non-emergency patient transport ambulance transporting sick, injured or convalescent persons in a comfortable, caring, compassionate, empathic and reassuring, timely manner to defined standards and maintaining journey records.

The post holder will need to have the ability to effectively communicate with patients, relatives and health service colleagues.

They will also provide a quality service to the patient, their relatives and carers ensuring safety whilst in the care of QE Facilities.


QE Facilities (QEF) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust (GHNT), based in the North East of England.

We provide a range of non
- clinical services to GHNT and other NHS organisations

Our services include:

estates, facilities services, procurement, medical engineering and devices, endoscopy decontamination and sterile services, transport, out-patient pharmacy, and prevention & management of violence & aggression training (PMVA).


In addition we provide consultancy services, advising clients on all aspects of establishing a subsidiary company within an NHS body to the provision of VAT compliance advice.


  • It is of primary importance that the speed limit is adhered to in all cases, and that driving is safe and the patient is comfortable.
  • The post holder will be expected to plan their journeys, taking into account patient destinations along with the routes they should take, to ensure an efficient and effective service.
  • The post holder is required to undertake daily vehicle checks to ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy; these checks shall include for example: oil, water, fuel, tyre pressure and tread condition, lights, warning devices etc.
  • Complete a daily VDI report for the vehicle or ensuring that where appropriate your crew member has done so before commencing a shift.
  • Report defects and deficiencies of the vehicle and equipment, and replace all items of vehicle inventory used in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
  • To maintain the vehicle and equipment in accordance with the organisation's infection control policy
  • Remove and replace soiled linen and equipment in order to maintain sanitary conditions
  • Ensure a vehicle accident pack is kept on board the vehicle at all times and report any vehicle damage in accordance with company policy and procedures.
  • Responsible for vehicle upkeep, cleanliness and maintenance.
  • Ensure all safety checks and repairs are carried out.
  • To operate any communication system supplied / fitted/ operated by the Company in accordance with its Policies and Procedures.
  • To participate in the QEF driver rota covering of shifts and duties as required / directed.
  • To undertake all training as required by the Company, to include mandatory training.
  • To wear Personal Protective Equipment (Uniform etc.) as supplied by the Company. This equipment should be kept clean and tidy and worn to the required standard in accordance with the Company's Policies and Procedures.
  • The post holder will be responsible for recording information accurately using either computerised systems or hard copy as required.
  • Comply with all the Company's Policies and Procedures
  • Participate in the Company's appraisal scheme and associated continual professional development
  • To undertake any such operational duties that may be required in order to assist in the provision of a quality service in line with the Company's contractual obligation
  • Record accurate data/information to ensure quality standards are met i.e. timesheets, mileage records and fuel records.

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