General Operative/Driver

Pay: £13.45 per hour Job Description: Facilities Operative (Driving Required) Overview We are seeking a Facilities Operative to provide collection, delivery and site support services across multiple healthcare and…

Pay rate £13/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 17 August 2026

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Pay: £13.45 per hour
Job Description:
Facilities Operative (Driving Required)
Overview
We are seeking a Facilities Operative to provide collection, delivery and site support services across multiple healthcare and operational locations throughout the Birmingham area. This is a varied, hands-on role involving the transportation of equipment, stock and supplies, supporting day-to-day site operations and maintaining high standards of health, safety and customer service.
The successful candidate will work independently for much of the time and will be responsible for operating a transit-sized company vehicle.
Key Responsibilities
* Collect, transport and deliver furniture including beds, mattresses, lockers, desks and chairs.
* Move and deliver electrical appliances and equipment.
* Collect, transport and dispose of various waste streams in accordance with procedures.
* Safely handle and transport clinical waste using the appropriate PPE and safe working practices.
* Pick and distribute stock and consumable supplies.
* Deliver food supplies between locations.
* Install and replace privacy curtains.
* General maintenance
* Carry out duties that may require working at height using step ladders.
* Move and transfer vehicles between sites when required.
* Complete routine vehicle inspections and basic checks.
* Maintain vehicle cleanliness and presentation.
* Ensure stores, compounds and parking areas remain clean and organised.
* Support additional operational and facilities-related tasks as required.
RequirementsEssential
* Full UK driving licence with no major endorsements.
* Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS check.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong customer service skills.
* Health and safety focused approach.
* Ability to work independently and use initiative.
* Good level of physical fitness.
* Comfortable with manual handling duties and heavy lifting.
* Comfortable working at height when required.
* Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Personal Attributes
Reliable and trustworthy.
Positive and proactive attitude.
Strong team player.
Self-motivated and capable of managing workload effectively.
Able to prioritise tasks and respond to changing demands.
Problem-solving mindset.
Professional and courteous manner.
Willingness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement

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