Vehicle Preparation Operative

6 months ago


Bristol, United Kingdom South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Full time

There has never been a better time to join the Trust’s Fleet and Equipment team as a Vehicle Preparation Operative (VPO) Bristol. Our Ambulance Vehicle Preparation (AVP) team play a vital role in ensuring our front line crews are ready and able to respond to emergency situations by preparing our vehicle fleet and equipment to high standards.

The role of the VPO is also a gateway to the organisation with opportunities to develop you career with us either within the Fleet and Equipment team or the wider Trust in both patient-facing and a variety of support roles.

The working pattern includes shifts that are weighted towards lates and nights although 24/7 cover is required. Unsocial hours payments will be applicable in addition to the basic salary for night and weekend working.

Further information is available in a short video on our recruitment website workingwondersjoinus.co.uk/fleet-services

The role is a key operational support function which ensures patient safety whilst supporting Operations in meeting its targets.

Main duties include;
detailed cleaning and infection prevention & control activities, checking and inspecting medical devices, restocking consumables, refuelling and driving vehicles across various locations.

Act as a point of contact within the Ambulance Vehicle Preparation team for initial enquiries from staff from other departments, acting with professionalism at all times

Be pro-active in identifying and providing solutions to issues encountered within the role and assist the department with continuously monitoring and improving its service level standard

Mentor and support less experienced Vehicle Preparation Operatives

At South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) we have a culture where everyone is valued for being themselves. Our aim is to work together to promote the most inclusive environment possible, which attracts people from the widest range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work that we do together, for the benefit of all of our employees, our patients and the communities we serve. We offer flexible working opportunities, inclusive policies and a range of feedback mechanisms to support individuals and to enable a positive, welcoming environment where our people and their careers can thrive in.

To view the Trust's Mission, Vision, Values and Goals click here

For further information about this role please see attached the job description and person specification attached.



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