Stores Operative/HGV Driver at NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) provides Clinical Logistics Transport Services across all Health Boards in Wales via its Health Courier Service.

This role supports the safe transport and distribution of pathology samples, blood products, medical consumables, mail, and stock items across NHS Wales healthcare sites including hospitals, GP practices, pharmacies, opticians, and dental surgeries.

The service handles:

• 120,000+ items of mail/medical notes weekly

• 5+ million movements of blood and pathology samples annually

⚠ This role requires an HGV Category C licence and CPC certification.

Main Duties

• Manage and control stock items in stores centres

• Safely transport and distribute:

  • Pathology and blood products

  • Secure/non-secure stationery

  • Laundry

  • Medical consumables (needles, syringes, containers, etc.)

• Deliver and collect items from NHS healthcare facilities

• Ensure compliance with:

  • ADR regulations

  • Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

  • Legislative and safety standards

• Provide excellent customer service

• Maintain safe driving standards across South Wales

Experience

• Driving a range of vans
• Customer service experience
• Strong geographical knowledge of the service area
• HGV Category C licence
• HGV CPC qualification

Qualifications & Knowledge

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Knowledge of Moving & Handling
• Awareness of Health & Safety regulations

Desirable

• ADR awareness
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge
• Welsh language skills

(Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.)

Additional Requirements

• Subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Access to vulnerable individuals in the course of duties
• Prior consideration given to redeployment candidates

Organisational Values

NWSSP promotes:

• Listening & Learning
• Working Together
• Taking Responsibility
• Innovating

They operate with an agile approach where possible and are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Application Notes

• Applications can be submitted in Welsh or English
• Only candidates clearly demonstrating how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted
• Interview notifications will be sent via registered email

Work Authorization

Non-UK / Republic of Ireland nationals must secure sponsorship via:

• Health and Care Visa (lower cost, no Immigration Health Surcharge)

• Skilled Worker Visa

Applicants should self-assess eligibility before applying.

Visa Sponsorship

Possible – Subject to eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship

Contact for Informal Enquiries

Brian Harris
Area Manager
Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 07766 500094