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Porter / Driver

NHS Highland
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Location
Salary
£25,694 - £27,900
Profession
Estates and facilities
Grade
Band 2
Deadline
27 Jul 2025
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
14 Jul 2025

We require a self-motivated and reliable person to join our team of porters and drivers at Lorn & Islands Hospital in Oban.

The 37 hours will normally be worked during daytime Monday to Friday. Occasionally some flexibility with days or times may be required to meet the needs of the service.

This main activity of this post will be driving a large van with tail-lift to various sites in Argyll and West Dunbartonshire. You will be collecting and distributing cages of equipment, laundry and other supplies. You must be physically fit to carry out this role. A full driving licence is essential.

For more information please contact Alan Cardwell, Support Services Officer; tel: 01631 789002; email: alan.cardwell@nhs.scot

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork

Porter / Driver at NHS Highland | Job Clerk