Job overview
To patrol and ensure the appropriate use of the hospital car parks, act as a deterrent to theft and vandalism and, provide support to General Office.
Main duties of the job
Patrol the hospital site
Ensure the Trust Car Park Policy is applied
Provide assistance to drivers
Ensure car park equipment remains operational
Ensure external traffic routes and car parks are clean and tidy
Assist in dealing with security incidents
Provide ad hoc support to General Office
Working for our organisation
Why Choose OneLSC and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust:
* A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive healthcare community
* Cutting-edge facilities and technology
* Opportunities for continuous professional development
* A culture that values and recognizes your contributions
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To monitor the car parks and traffic on site
When appropriate issue Parking Charge or Warning Notices
Maintain a courteous and diplomatic manner
To assist in the maintenance of roads and car parks (tidy bins, tidy leaves, clean signage, reporting faults as appropriate)
Transport traffic barriers or traffic cones when required
Provide support in emergency situations (Fire, Major Incident, Lockdown)
Assist in dealing with security incidents
Provide an escort service if required for the transfer of monies from wards or departments
Check doors and windows are locked
Provide ad hoc support to General Office
Assist in the movement of accommodation equipment
Other ad hoc duties which may be appropriate to the Facilities Team
Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria
* Previous experience in dealing with general public
* Basic education. GCSE level or equivalent.
* Experience in using basic IT systems
* Able to deal with information sensitively and confidentially
* Flexible
Desirable criteria
* Similar experience in a car parking or security role