Warehouse operative Band 2

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide an efficient and effective Electronic Materials Management (EMM) service to the Trust using the regional EMM systems. The post holder will support the day to day operations of the Hospital by ordering, delivering and putting away EMM goods as well as being involved in the receipt, picking and Issuing of goods at the trusts receipt and distribution points.

KEY RESULTS AREAS

• Working to a pre-determined schedule scanning or recording the quantities of items of ward/departmental level stocks to be re-ordered and inputting the data to the EMM system, liaising with customers as appropriate.

• Delivery of goods to ward/department level, removal of packaging, put-away of goods into pre-agreed bin locations within the ward/department stores and removal of waste packaging to agreed points across the Trust.

• In putting away goods ensuring the rotation of stock through the proper operation of the regional EMM system.

• Return of waste packaging material to agreed points to facilitate collection and disposal within agreed timescales.

• Receipt of deliveries in accordance with laid down procedures.

• Liaise with customers at ward/department level regarding abnormal usage trends, effects of holidays, bed occupancy etc., to ensure adequate levels of stocks exist on shelves.

• Liaise with customers on supply matters such as quality of goods, delivery arrangements, planned usage etc.

• Use of technology where available to assist in the flow of information e.g. Barcode scanners, printers, PC's and other wireless equipment.

• Develop a familiarity with products used be wards/departments.

• Ensure that supplies delivered are located according to agreed customer requirements.

• Receipt and checking of non-stock deliveries at the receipt and distribution points.

• Operation of the Trusts EMM system.

• Receipt, checking and issuing of local stock.

• Carrying out general stores duties such as good housekeeping, operation of materials handling equipment, assisting with Perpetual Inventory checks and ensuring the security and careful handling of goods to prevent damage.

• Provide cover as and when required to other on-site stores.

• The post holder will be required to demonstrate flexibility to provide cover in accordance with the trusts service requirements.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITES

Employees of the BSO will be required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:

• At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Demonstrate their commitment by the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.
• Comply with the BSO's No Smoking Policy.
• Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with health and safety policy and statutory regulations.
• Adhere to equal opportunities policy throughout the course of their employment, as in Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998.
• Support the BSO in advancing its compliance with Risk Management Controls Assurance Standards and to contribute to improving governance across the organisation.
• Ensure the on-going confidence of the public in service provision.
• Support the BSO in complying with its obligations under Human Rights legislation.
• Comply with the HPSS/HSC and organisational policies/relevant professional codes of conduct.

In BSO we value:

• Respect for staff and customers
• Accountability in how we deliver our services
• Transparency, openness and trust
• Partnership and collaboration with our stakeholders and customers
• Professionalism and expertise

Essential Criteria

Successful Candidate must have the following:

Two years relevant experience in a Procurement or Logistics environment

OR

Three GCSE grades A-C including Mathematics and English Language

OR

NVQ Level 2 or GNVQ or equivalent PLUS One year's relevant experience in a procurement or logistics environment.

Ability to work with others' in a team and also under direction.

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Ability to demonstrate an acceptable level of customer awareness.

Ability to demonstrate keyboard skills.

Eligibile candidates must have a full UK Driving Licence

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge and experience in the use of Manual Handling Equipment