Job Description

Location: Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Position Type: Permanent
Full time - 37.5 hours
Salary: Band 2 - 24,465 per annum
The Transport Department is based at Queen Alexandra Hospital and as a driver for Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHU), you will be assisting in providing a cost effective and efficient non-patient transportation service for the service users of the Department driving one of the Trusts small fleet of various vehicles, from a small van to a 7.5 tonne lorry.
Main duties of the job

• Make scheduled collections and deliveries of clinical notes, post, pharmacy, clinical specimens, instrumentation, consumables etc. to/from PHT at off-site locations, GP surgeries, medical units, and health centres etc across the local community and across the south coast region.
• Cover ad hoc collections and deliveries as and when necessary (medical equipment, furniture etc.)

About us
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is one of the largest and most respected healthcare providers on the south coast, serving a population of over 675,000 people. Our main base, Queen Alexandra Hospital, is a modern, cutting-edge facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by some of the best healthcare professionals in the UK.
What makes PHU truly exceptional is our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality care with compassion, innovation, and collaboration. As a Trust, we are proud of our valuesworking together to achieve excellence, leading by example, and continuously striving to improve.
We are an inclusive and forward-thinking organisation, focused on the well-being of both our patients and our staff. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where employees are valued, encouraged, and given the opportunity to grow and succeed. Whether its through professional development, mental health support, or flexible working options, we are committed to fostering a positive workplace culture.
At PHU, we understand the importance of every role, and our dedicated Transport Team plays a crucial part in ensuring the seamless operation of essential healthcare services. By joining our team, youll be part of a trusted and innovative organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of people across our community.
Details
Date posted
09 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
REF1526I
Job locations
Queen Alexandra Hospital
Southwick Hill Road
Cosham
PO6 3LY
Job description
Job responsibilities

• Carry out tasks, deliveries, and collections as per schedules, or as directed by the Transport Manager or Responsible Person, on Trust vehicles, and liaise with all colleagues to ensure an efficient service is provided.
• Drivers will be expected to be multi-skilled, to carry out multiple deliveries and collections and be able to cover all the various Transport schedules, as necessary for the benefit of the Trust.
• Must operate within the current legislation, Road Traffic Acts and Laws.
• Must maintain paperwork to meet legislation and Trust requirements (i.e., signing out /in vehicle Keys and fuel cards, daily entries of Domestic Logbooks, Tachographs, accident reporting, defect reporting, timesheets etc.)
• Must report all accidents, and any damage however minor, and complete accident report forms.
• Must carry out daily vehicle safety checks before using the vehicle and report all vehicle defects.
• Must ensure no unauthorised passengers are carried in any trust vehicle.
• Must keep assigned vehicle clean, inside, and out, at all times.
• To wear the uniform provided and clearly display identity/security badge, and wear issued protective clothing when required whilst carrying out duties.
• Be physically fit and able to assist in the movement of some heavy items, furniture, and equipment.
• To respect Trust and Patient confidentiality.
• To transport clinical notes, post, pharmacy, clinical specimens, and consumables in a safe and correct manner as and when required.
• Be prepared to turn out, when available for driving duties, in the event of a Major Incident, or Major Incident exercise.
• To ensure adherence to Transport Department and Trust policies and procedures
• Must complete regular staff training and awareness programmes.
• The postholder to take positive action to gain an understanding of sustainability and climate change and how the Trust is responding and lead on demonstrating a commitment to reducing the carbon and energy footprint for soft FM services.
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested, this may include responsibilities not normally covered on a day-to-day basis.

Job description
Job responsibilities

• Carry out tasks, deliveries, and collections as per schedules, or as directed by the Transport Manager or Responsible Person, on Trust vehicles, and liaise with all colleagues to ensure an efficient service is provided.
• Drivers will be expected to be multi-skilled, to carry out multiple deliveries and collections and be able to cover all the various Transport schedules, as necessary for the benefit of the Trust.
• Must operate within the current legislation, Road Traffic Acts and Laws.
• Must maintain paperwork to meet legislation and Trust requirements (i.e., signing out /in vehicle Keys and fuel cards, daily entries of Domestic Logbooks, Tachographs, accident reporting, defect reporting, timesheets etc.)
• Must report all accidents, and any damage however minor, and complete accident report forms.
• Must carry out daily vehicle safety checks before using the vehicle and report all vehicle defects.
• Must ensure no unauthorised passengers are carried in any trust vehicle.
• Must keep assigned vehicle clean, inside, and out, at all times.
• To wear the uniform provided and clearly display identity/security badge, and wear issued protective clothing when required whilst carrying out duties.
• Be physically fit and able to assist in the movement of some heavy items, furniture, and equipment.
• To respect Trust and Patient confidentiality.
• To transport clinical notes, post, pharmacy, clinical specimens, and consumables in a safe and correct manner as and when required.
• Be prepared to turn out, when available for driving duties, in the event of a Major Incident, or Major Incident exercise.
• To ensure adherence to Transport Department and Trust policies and procedures
• Must complete regular staff training and awareness programmes.
• The postholder to take positive action to gain an understanding of sustainability and climate change and how the Trust is responding and lead on demonstrating a commitment to reducing the carbon and energy footprint for soft FM services.
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested, this may include responsibilities not normally covered on a day-to-day basis.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Good standard of education (educated to GCSE Level C and above or equivalent).
• Clean, valid driving licence
• Licence must include full entitlement categories C1 (HGV 3 up to 7.5 tonnes)
• Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Desirable

• Dangerous goods awareness

Experience
Essential

• Vocational driving experience
• Previous experience in scheduled deliveries
• Experience in moving and handling inanimate loads
• Experience of using manual handling equipment.
• Experience in prioritising work schedules according to task and risk.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Experience in managing and moving dangerous goods.
• Experience in using tachographs.

Knowledge
Essential

• Numerate and literate with the ability to complete paperwork to meet all legislation and Trust requirements (signing out /in vehicle Keys and fuel cards, daily entries of Domestic Logbooks, accident reporting, defect reporting, timesheets etc.)
• Able to work independently whilst recognising the importance of teamwork
• Able to prioritise and plan workload
• Able to liaise with staff at all levels
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to achieve high levels of accuracy ensuring deadlines are met
• Confidentiality and discretion must always be maintained
• Ability to juggle multiple schedule priorities whilst remaining calm
• Must be self-motivated
• A willingness to be flexible and adaptable as part of a team
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Must always demonstrate discretion and trustworthiness

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Good standard of education (educated to GCSE Level C and above or equivalent).
• Clean, valid driving licence
• Licence must include full entitlement categories C1 (HGV 3 up to 7.5 tonnes)
• Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Desirable

• Dangerous goods awareness

Experience
Essential

• Vocational driving experience
• Previous experience in scheduled deliveries
• Experience in moving and handling inanimate loads
• Experience of using manual handling equipment.
• Experience in prioritising work schedules according to task and risk.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Experience in managing and moving dangerous goods.
• Experience in using tachographs.

Knowledge
Essential

• Numerate and literate with the ability to complete paperwork to meet all legislation and Trust requirements (signing out /in vehicle Keys and fuel cards, daily entries of Domestic Logbooks, accident reporting, defect reporting, timesheets etc.)
• Able to work independently whilst recognising the importance of teamwork
• Able to prioritise and plan workload
• Able to liaise with staff at all levels
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to achieve high levels of accuracy ensuring deadlines are met
• Confidentiality and discretion must always be maintained
• Ability to juggle multiple schedule priorities whilst remaining calm
• Must be self-motivated
• A willingness to be flexible and adaptable as part of a team
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Must always demonstrate discretion and trustworthiness

Skills Required