Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our wonderful Waste Portering Team to work in our efficient and high quality service here at Broomfield Hospital.
This vital post will be part of a team of staff undertaking a number of different roles which include transportation of waste and end of life equipment around the site to facilitate the smooth running of the clinical departments and the hospital.
The job is physical in nature to include the transportation of waste internally and externally. This role requires good communication skills. You will need to have the ability to respond to emergency calls in a calm and professional manner.
The role available is a full time post that will be a variety of shifts including weekends, covering the department on the Annual Leave/Sickness Line.
Previous experience of working in a Portering/Waste role within a hospital environment would be an advantage but not essential.
Main duties of the job
As part of a multidisciplinary team, provide an effective, timely delivery and collection service which supports all aspects of clinical and non-clinical services. These include but are not limited to:
- Provide assistance on site to members of the public.- Moving all types of waste, broken furniture and end of life equipment- Attending ad hoc jobs.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Details
Date posted
18 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-EFM-BR-0863
Job locations
Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.
We look forward to your application. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.
We look forward to your application.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Good customer service skills

Desirable

• Experience of Portering work in a hospital
• Manual Handling/Health and Safety training

Education & Qualifications
Essential

• Good communication skills

Desirable

• A good education 5 GCSE or equivalent

Driving Licence
Desirable

• UK Driving Licence

Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Good customer service skills

Desirable

• Experience of Portering work in a hospital
• Manual Handling/Health and Safety training

Education & Qualifications
Essential

• Good communication skills

Desirable

• A good education 5 GCSE or equivalent

Driving Licence
Desirable

• UK Driving Licence

Skills Required