Ambulance and Equipment Make Ready Operative
- NHS
- Part Time
- Southampton
- 24960.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
This role is fundamental to our high quality delivery of ambulance and event operations. Working as part of the operations team, our Make Ready operatives prepare equipment and operational vehicles ready for use by our clinicians across frontline 999, high dependency, patient transfer and event activities. We are looking for those with a keen eye for detail and high standards who wish to directly impact the service we deliver to our patients.
Main duties of the job
Restock, clean and prepare ambulances and operational vehicles to the agreed standards ready for operational duty.
Undertake deep cleans of vehicles and weekly and monthly checks as required
Ensure fleet maintenance schedules are met and data is correctly entered into the fleet management system
Arrange any outside maintenance and repairs with suppliers, obtaining quotes and getting authorisation from Management for work to be carried out. Supporting the fleet movement to and from suppliers.
Ensure sluice areas are cleaned thoroughly and effectively and other cleaning duties are completed to the agreed schedule and as per the policies and procedures in a timely manner
Monitor stock usage and ensure timely reordering and replenishment
Adhere to the appropriate Health and Safety guidelines and with the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Use, keep and record substances used in line with The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) guidelines
Assist with Vehicle Off Road (VOR) incidents
Use any equipment and devices necessary to carry out duties efficiently and to the agreed standards
About us
ECS was founded in 2015 by two Doctors passionate about improving the standard of care to events. Over the last 9 years, ECS has progressed to become one of the leading medical providers across ambulance operations, events and clinical education and training from our brand new HQ in Nursling, Southampton.
With the mission to provide and influence excellent patient care, irrespective of injury, illness or location, through the delivery of high quality clinical operations and education, ECS remains committed to 'doing it right'.
Take a look at our website www.enhancedcareservices.co.uk, or our social media (X - @enhanced_c_s / Instagram - @enhancedcareservices) to find out more about who we are.
Be a part of #TeamECS!
Job responsibilities
Restock, clean and prepare ambulances and operational vehicles to the agreed standards ready for operational duty utilising checklists and electronic stock systems to maintain records
Undertake deep cleans of vehicles and weekly and monthly checks as required
Ensure fleet maintenance schedules are met and data is correctly entered into the fleet management system
Arrange any outside maintenance and repairs with suppliers, obtaining quotes and getting authorisation from Management for work to be carried out. Supporting the fleet movement to and from suppliers.
Ensure sluice areas are cleaned thoroughly and effectively and other cleaning duties are completed to the agreed schedule and as per the policies and procedures in a timely manner
Monitor stock usage and ensure timely reordering and replenishment
Adhere to the appropriate Health and Safety guidelines and with the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Use, keep and record substances used in line with The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) guidelines
Assist with Vehicle Off Road (VOR) incidents
Behave as an ambassador for ECS, displaying the organisation's values and professionalism in all engagements and engaging with CPD
Carry out any other duties commensurate with the post as directed
Use any equipment and devices necessary to carry out duties efficiently and to the agreed standards
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a full UK driving license with a maximum of 3 penalty points and no disqualifications within the past 5 years
Desirable
- Hold a full C1 Driving license
Experience
Essential
- Good problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and time management
- Good IT skills to enable accurate records are maintained electronically for vehicles and equipment/consumables stock levels
Desirable
- Good understanding of basic vehicle maintenance
- Knowledge of health and safety COSHH procedures
- Knowledge of ambulance service operations
- Knowledge and experience of stores management
Aptitudes and attributes
Essential
- Physically fit and able to undertake the physical aspects of the role
- Demonstrate interpersonal communication and social skills
- Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative
- Ability to prioritise workload and act under pressure
- Potential and willingness for personal change with the ability and commitment to learn new skills
- Flexible with regards to hours of work
Desirable
- Enhanced DBS Clearance in last 3 years
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Enhanced Care Services Ltd
Address
Enhanced Care Services Ltd
Adanac Drive
Nursling
Southampton
SO16 0BT
Employer's website
https://www.enhancedcareservices.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
