Band 2 Freight Driver
Northern Health and Social Care Trust
Temporary (1 Month)
Public Sector and Government
Antrim, County Antrim
Up to £12.71 per hour
Startdate: ASAP
Ref: J20152_1786961935
Job description
Job Title: Band 2 Freight Driver
Location: Holywell Hospital Site
Pay Rate: £12.71
Benefits:
- Weekly pay
- Holiday pay
- Flexible start and finish times
- Ongoing temporary opportunity
Key Result Areas / Main Responsibilities
- Transport pharmacy items, sterile equipment (HSDU), mail, furniture and other goods between hospitals and community facilities.
- Provide relief cover for passenger vehicles where appropriately licensed.
- Drive Trust vehicles safely, legally and responsibly, ensuring goods are secure and deliveries are timely.
- Plan delivery schedules efficiently and provide a customer-focused service.
- Carry out daily vehicle checks, basic maintenance, cleaning and minor running repairs.
- Operate tail lifts safely following training.
- Follow Trust health, safety and operational procedures.
- Complete all required delivery, collection and vehicle records, including daily and monthly log sheets.
- Monitor and report vehicle defects or faults immediately to the Transport Department.
- Undertake other transport and delivery duties as required.
Criteria
- Hold a full, current UK driving licence with Category B entitlement and no restrictions (excluding R plates).
- Applicants unable to drive due to disability may meet this requirement through an alternative form of transport approved by the Trust.
Experience
- Experience of carrying out multi-drop deliveries.
Skills / Abilities
- Successfully complete the Trust Driving Test, administered by the Transport Department in a suitable Trust vehicle.
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If you are interested in this opportunity, please upload your CV using the link provided, and a member of the team will be in touch.

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