Driver - mobile dental unit
Location: Totton, Southampton and various
Reporting to: Fleet Supervisor
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Are you a caring/compassionate individual? If so Dentaid the dental charity is looking for experienced drivers to join their fleet.
Our primary function is to deliver mobile dental units to the most vulnerable in society. The person we are looking for will have to be flexible (there will be a certain number of overnight trips) and be a think out of the box problem solver able to multi task. They need have a positive "can do" attitude with great interpersonal skills and be totally customer focussed in what can be challenging environments. For the right person this is rewarding work providing dental care to people who otherwise could not access treatment. We aim for all our service users to leave with a smile.
We do require that the right person is fit and active though age is not necessarily a barrier. However, there is a certain amount of physical work required. For example, each dental unit will have to be prepared for the day which involves loading/unloading equipment. Setting up the unit on site including using hydraulics, generators and other mechanical equipment. In addition, upholding cleanliness and appearance of vehicle at all times together with teamwork to see the patients through the system. This includes maintaining patient confidentiality at all times and respectful team work with our dentists and other staff.
Full UK driving licence with no points including a C1 endorsement.
Experience driving a 7.5 tonne vehicle
Transferable Enhanced DBS (Dentaid will apply for it if not held)
Training will be provided and Dentaid is a supportive, inclusive environment. If you would like any more information, an informal chat or a look round, then please contact Tony Horkan, Fleet Supervisor on
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
* Category C1 driving licence able to drive 7.5 tonne vehicle (required)
Willingness to travel:
* 75% (required)
Work Location: On the road