An exciting opportunity has arisen for Drivers to join the dynamic Primary Care Out of Hours (GMED) Driving Team. We are seeking experienced drivers with a clean driving licence, good geographical knowledge of the Grampian region, IT and communication skills.
You will be an enthused person who has excellent communication and interpersonal skills as the post involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team and working closely with clinicians and members of the dispatch teams in a courteous, pleasant and confident manner.
The successful applicant should have the ability to support a wide range of professionals to achieve the goals of the service which operates between 18.00 until 08.00 Mon-Fri and 24 hours at weekends. Please note that the service operates during Public Holidays and Festive Periods as well.
The successful applicant will be required to have the ability to identify vehicle faults and any associated risks with vehicles or other frequently used pieces of equipment. The applicant should have the ability to drive in all weather conditions safely. The successful applicant will be required to use their own judgment in and around their daily routines where unforeseen circumstances would demand that they must work independently.
Please ensure that the address you provide on your application form is your current place of residence for your present workplace, and that your identification confirms this address.
As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person on 23rd or 24th of October at the Health Village. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all.
Available hours: 0 hours contract (bank)
Locations: Elgin, Peterhead/Fraserburgh. Please advise us of your preferences in the application form.
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Pay enhancements for working unsocial hours
Informal Enquiries (including Shifts Available) To
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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
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