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West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust is looking to build a reserve pool of Vehicle Preparation Operatives to join our well established team for any vacancies that may arise over the coming 12 months. The role is responsible for the Make Ready preparation of emergency vehicles, ambulances and cars, ensuring vehicles are correctly stocked, cleaned and ready to meet the daily operational requirement.
Job Responsibility:
Provide an effective contribution to the Depot Make Ready Team function
Ensure vehicles and equipment are clean and ready to meet the stated daily operational requirement
Assist Fleet Services in maintaining the operational serviceability of the vehicle fleet
Contribute to the daily provision of sufficient staff to undertake the Make Ready function
Contribute to the provision of an on call capability
Ensure effective communications with staff and their representatives
Make reports as directed on matters relevant to the Make Ready function
Ensure adherence to Health and Safety at Work Act
Ensure adherence to directions as published in Routine Instructions
Develop oneself within the job and be proactive in identifying own professional development needs
Contribute towards the development and review of the training needs of own peers and colleagues
Provide professional advice and assistance in training of Trust employees as appropriate
Attend any course the Service deems necessary
Perform any other reasonable duties as may be assigned
Ensure adherence to the Trusts Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures
Take part in the Trust's Appraisal Scheme
Attend meetings and conferences to represent the Trust when requested
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Participate in major incidents and relevant exercises as required
Requirements:
Experience of stock taking
Experience of driving a variety of vehicles
Effective communication skills
Full UK driving licence including full category C1 entitlement
Must be able to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship
Good standard of general education minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above to include English and Maths or be willing to undertake a level 2 qualification whilst in post within the first 12 months of the role
Must be willing to undertake any training as required by the Trust
What we offer:
Flexible working options
Salary progression from Band 2 to Band 3 after 4 years