Jobs, fresher vacancy - Vehicle Make Ready Operative- Swansea • Swansea Vale

Company: Ambulnz Community Partners

Swansea Vale

Job descriptionAbout the companyAmbulnz Community Partners is part of the Ambulnz UK Group. We have over 19 operational bases across England and Wales, and over 800 employees who are providing essential support to the NHS and hospital Trusts. Across our sites we provide patient transport services, secure mental health patient transport, urgent and emergency care.We are proud to be an established private ambulance provider with a deeply rooted history.Join UsIF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A NEW OPPORTUNITY IN A FULFILLING ROLE MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT TO OUR PATIENTS IN THE DAY TO DAY MAINTENACE OF OUR AMBULANCES, CONSIDER JOINING US AS A VEHICLE MAKE READY OPERATIVE (VMRO)Vehicle Make Ready Operative ~ Salary: £12.21 per hourContract: Permanent 25 hours per weekLocation: Swansea What is a vehicle make ready operative?A VMRO is key to the day to day running of an ambulance station. You are responsible for ensuring the ambulances are fully stocked, cleaned and ready to go out on shift.This role will include maintaining the ambulances, which is why being a confident driver is important, and ensuring the stations stockrooms are fully stocked. This is to be completed to an Infection Prevention and control policy standard, along with supporting Cleanliness Standards processes.Before you apply please make sure you meet the following requirements:You have the right to work in the UK without the requirement of a sponsorshipUK Manual Driving licence - held for 1 years or more, with no more than 6 points on your licenceBrief overview for the role.Vehicle Cleaning and Infection Control/ Clean and disinfect all items of equipment taken off the vehicle prior to reinstalling it.Ensure procedures for cleaning vehicles following transport of patients with infectious diseases are followed at all times.Prepare ambulances for each shift, ensuring they are clean and stockedConduct regular equipment checks, removing any faulty equipmentReview and order equipment as requiredDeep clean & refuel vehicles as requiredCoordinate vehicle parking on site in line with rostersReport any damages to the vehicles as per our proceduresComplete and log all administrative tasksCarry out dynamic risk assessments to assess hazards, then implement safe systems of work and reduce risks to yourself and other persons involved to an acceptable level.Maintaining cleanliness of restroom facilities.On occasion, travelling to other sites as requiredTo undertake any other duties relevant to the post as may be assigned from time to time which are consistent with the post.Skills we are looking for to fulfil a VMRO roleSuitable fitness level - this job can at times be physically demandingAbility to work aloneComputer literate and Ability to use basic software systemsGood basic Maths and EnglishAbility to communicate, and treat all colleagues with respect, communicate professionally at all times.Ability to work with othersFlexibility to meet service needsDesired - Prior knowledge/experience with infection preventionWe offer:A rewarding career at a reputable company£12.21 per hour Holiday Uniform providedFlu vaccination (offered in winter to those who want it)Induction Programme A pension schemeEnhanced DBS Check, paid for by the CompanyAbility to apply for a Blue Light Discount CardCycle to Work SchemeAbility to join our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion group promoting equality and celebrating diversity in our workplaceEmployee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 confidential advice and guidance on matters such as:o Formal counsellingo Medical informationo Family issues and relationship adviceo Stress and anxietyo Financial wellbeingo Legal informationSafeguarding Statement: Ambulnz Community Partners is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing our policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful, this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check. Please note it is a criminal offence to apply for a role in a regulated activity if you are barred from doing so.Equality & Diversity Statement: We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required. Powered by JazzHR