General Porter

Job overview

Are you innovative and forward thinking? Are you looking to join a collaborative team that helps keep our hospitals running smoothly? Are you interested in a hands on job?

We are currently recruiting General Porters to work within the team within the Bristol Royal Infirmary. The shift pattern will be 08:00-16:00 on a rolling rota, and you will be joining our House Portering Team.

This is a physically demanding role and will involve the regular movement, loading, unloading and disposal of clutter, waste and equipment throughout the shift

The successful candidate must hold a full, valid UK driving licence and be confident and competent in driving a Luton van as part of their day-to-day duties.

Please note - the advert normally closes early due to a high volume of applications.

Main duties of the job

On a day to day basis, tasks will include:-

• Moving, loading and unloading heavy, bulky and awkward items, including broken or unwanted furniture, cages and equipment.
• Collecting, moving and disposing of clutter, general waste and unwanted items.
• Transporting furniture, equipment, waste and other items between locations using a Luton van.
• Working safely when handling heavy items and following all relevant manual handling, health and safety and waste-handling procedures.
• Keeping vehicles, storage areas and working areas clean, safe and organised.
• Reporting any vehicle defects, damaged equipment, hazards or health and safety concerns promptly.
• Working flexibly as part of the wider team and assisting with other general portering and operational duties as required

You will have:-

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Pleasant and friendly personality
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Understanding of the need to deal with patients, parents and staff in a helpful and supportive manner.

In return for your hard work and your professional, caring and reliable service you will have access to the following benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Access to the NHS pension scheme
• Paid annual leave, maternity and sick pay (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Training and development opportunities including apprenticeships!
• Industry leading discount schemes at local and national outlets, including insurance, holidays and shopping!

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities. please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.