Transport Driver

Duties and Responsibilities: Operational • Provide scheduled and ad hoc transport services across the Trusts locations. • Drive Trust vehicles up to 3500kg for delivery of equipment, supplies, and personnel. • Complete daily vehicle checks, maintain cleanliness, and ensure roadworthiness. • Load and unload items in a safe manner; follow PPE and manual handling protocols. • Collect and deliver mail, pharmacy, medical records, and confidential documents. • Transport service users, families and staff as required, including those with mobility issues (wheelchair training provided). • Respond to emergency requests in line with Trust procedures. • Operate communication devices and maintain accurate journey logs. Communications • Communicate courteously and professionally with service users, staff and the public. • Follow operational instructions clearly; escalate incidents and delays promptly. Additional Information: Physical Skills • Full UK driving licence (including Category C) • Ability to load/unload and secure items safely. Physical Effort • Daily lifting/moving of equipment; exposure to variable weather conditions. Mental Effort • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Emotional Effort • Occasional contact with distressed or vulnerable service users Working Conditions • Working evenings, nights, weekends, bank holidays on a 24/7 rota • Uniform and PPE provided. Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: Operational • Provide scheduled and ad hoc transport services across the Trusts locations. • Drive Trust vehicles up to 3500kg for delivery of equipment, supplies, and personnel. • Complete daily vehicle checks, maintain cleanliness, and ensure roadworthiness. • Load and unload items in a safe manner; follow PPE and manual handling protocols. • Collect and deliver mail, pharmacy, medical records, and confidential documents. • Transport service users, families and staff as required, including those with mobility issues (wheelchair training provided). • Respond to emergency requests in line with Trust procedures. • Operate communication devices and maintain accurate journey logs. Communications • Communicate courteously and professionally with service users, staff and the public. • Follow operational instructions clearly; escalate incidents and delays promptly. Additional Information: Physical Skills • Full UK driving licence (including Category C) • Ability to load/unload and secure items safely. Physical Effort • Daily lifting/moving of equipment; exposure to variable weather conditions. Mental Effort • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Emotional Effort • Occasional contact with distressed or vulnerable service users Working Conditions • Working evenings, nights, weekends, bank holidays on a 24/7 rota • Uniform and PPE provided.