Senior Vehicle Preparation Operative

4 weeks ago

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

Job summary

There has never been a better time to join the Trust's Fleet and Equipment team as a Senior Vehicle Preparation Operative. 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.

We are looking for committed people who can lead and motivate a small team of Vehicle Preparation Operatives to prepare ambulances to the highest standards for responding to emergency calls.

Main duties of the job

You will join our team during a period of transformation as we prepare to implement the Ambulance Vehicle Preparation (AVP) service into Devon. Our current Make Ready teams perform a deep clean of an ambulance every 6 weeks. In contrast, AVP involves cleaning, restocking and refuelling ambulances every day. We are implementing AVP because we need to adapt and change to respond to growing pressure from increasing patient demand levels and the expectation is that changing our ways of working will increase the availability of resources for our patients.

The role also includes the cleaning and restocking of ambulances, working alongside our Vehicle Preparation Operatives. The team process ambulances in a prescribed and controlled way that ensures each ambulance is ready to treat patients. 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. Further information about AVP is provided in this short video,

The role requires post holders to hold a current full driving licence. C1 category is preferred.

Further information is available in a short video at

About us

Working for us is an experience like no other. We provide emergency and urgent care, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operating across the largest ambulance region in England and responding to an average of 2,650 incidents every day.

We remain committed to ensuring that we provide the best possible care for all our patients, which is reflected in our new five-year strategy which has continually improving patient care at its very core.

The role is based in Exeter, one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England, with excellent transport links and a great mix of independent shops, cafes and bars.

If you embody our values of one team, compassionate and innovative and are looking to make a real difference to peoples' lives, then we would love to hear from you.

In return we will equip you with the skills and resources you need to thrive in your role.

You will have opportunities to progress to roles across the Trust and enjoy continuous professional development.

Benefits

Competitive NHS salary A standard working week of hours Holiday entitlements of 27 days per year, plus general and public holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Pay enhancements for out of hours, shift and overtime working Generous Pension Scheme Career and salary progression Car leasing scheme Free parking across Trust sites Staff networks Wide range of discounts from various organisations across the UK Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

Minimum of 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grade C or above including English and Maths; Leadership or supervisory qualification or equivalent experience; Full driving licence with maximum 3 penalty points;

Desirable

Infection Prevention Control qualification European Computer Driving License (ECDL) Must have category C1 on driving licence, or obtain (training can be provided in house).

Previous experience (paid/ unpaid relevant to job)

Essential

Previous supervisory experience Experience of working within a public service or customer care environment Previous experience of driving various types of vehicles

Desirable

Experience in similar roles which may include stock checking and/or infection control/cleaning Evidence of supervisory experience

Skills

Essential

Effective communication skills Effective leadership skills Excellent organisational skills

Aptitude

Essential

Flexible and committed Prepared to work 24/7 rota including days, lates, nights, weekends and bank holidays

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