Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Transport Officer
The closing date is 23 April 2026
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
* Cornwall Foundation Trust
* Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
* Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
The Transport Officer position is a senior role within the department. The successful candidate must be experienced and competent in supervisory skills, demonstrating these in written and verbal communications with all grades of Trust employees and external agencies. The candidate will take an overview of all service areas, providing cover for colleagues during absences and assisting the Transport Manager in fleet and team management.
Proposed interview date: 30th April 2026
Main duties of the job
To assist in the provision of fleet management and travel services to employees of healthcare organisations in Cornwall. Supporting a varied fleet of vehicles with general fleet activities, legal compliance, procurement, increasing fleet utilisation and efficiency. Providing supervisory support to team members, taking an overview of services and being the lead contact for elements of the service.
About us
We’re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you’ll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 5,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 10 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Skills and Aptitude
* Comprehensive planning skills for self and other staff
* Ability to prioritise many competing demands for self and others
* Persuasive and motivational skills are required
* Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and electronic)
Education/Qualifications and Relevant Experience
* Keyboard, computer skills/experience to ECDL level
* NVQ level 4 in administration or relevant qualification / experience in relevant subject area
* Extensive administration skills and experience
* Previous supervisory experience
* Maths and English to ‘GCSE’ level standard
* Administration skills within a Transport environment
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 name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
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