The place to work in pathology We are looking for top talent to join the UK’s leading and fastest growing pathology company – a scientific organisation with a clinical purpose. Working in partnership with our service partners, Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Hospitals, King’s College Hospital and Princess Royal University Hospital we aim to set the standard for the future of pathology. Job overview The post holder’s primary task will be to oversee the stock management system within the External Off Site Warehouse & Blackfriars Hub. The post holder will flex between / work across both locations based on level of activity expected. The working shift (7.5 hours) will initially be between the hours of 6am and 10pm Monday to Friday, but a future requirement of weekend working once the operation is fully live will be required. The post holder will assist the Operations Manager in the receipt, pick pack and storage of deliveries into the external off site warehouse and the Blackfriars Hub. This will involve checking stock levels and availability using stock control software. They will ensure that all items are stored under appropriate conditions and that the electronic stock management system (SAP) is kept up to date. The post holder will support the various laboratory departments by delivering and replenishing (based on FEFO – First Expiry First Out) consumables stock into the relevant storage locations within the Blackfriars Hub. Concentration and attention to detail are essential to the processes performed as part of this role. The post holder will have to be physically fit and be able to lift and carry boxes within statutory regulation weights. The post holder will, under the direction of more senior staff, participate in the provision of a high quality helpful and professional service to service users and visitors. Main duties of the job Organisational Understand the management structure of the department and own role within the structure Attendance at local and corporate induction sessions and Organisational mandatory recall training Aware of Organisation policies and Departmental policies, including sickness absence reporting, requesting annual leave and health and safety. Communication Communicate any event that may cause a service delivery failure or other issues/problems that may affect the department to line manager in the work area. Provide and receive information to and from work colleagues or users of the service, including direction of enquiries to the appropriate member of staff Prioritise and plan own workload within a given time period and communicate own work priorities within the team. Demonstrate flexibility in carrying out own work priorities within the team context Stock & Service issues reported to line manager in the work area Technical & Special duties Ability to work with handheld scanners to receipt, pick, pack and despatch stock Ability to work with computerised warehouse management systems such as SAP etc Staff Management Cooperate with trainers when learning new tasks and contribute to the basic training of others Maintain good work relations with all members of staff, and promote effective teamwork recognising others skills and priorities. Risk Management Work within the Warehouse & Blackfriars Hub Safety Policies and Code of Practice and maintain Health and Safety Standards in all locations ensuring less experienced staff also conform to the regulations. You must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees. Maintain warehouse equipment in a safe clean working condition Maintain warehouse & hub working areas and workbenches ensuring they are clean and tidy Maintain awareness of hazards inherent in the warehouse/storage locations & laboratories and use adequate precautions at all times Identify problems affecting own area of work and respond in an appropriate time and manner problems referred to line manager where appropriate Report to the Health and Safety Officer deficiencies in the warehouse/storage locations & laboratories and/or any incident which involves injury or potential injury to staff and visitors. Maintain awareness of the local fire rules in the case of fire or suspected fire and report potential problems to the local Fire Marshall Attend Trust training for Health and Safety and Manual Handling Working for our organisation Your development and learning You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme which is used across Synnovis to enable you to reach your potential, learn new skills and achieve your goals. This is managed between you and your line manager in line with your own personal and professional development ambitions. You can apply for finance to drive innovation and service development for the benefit of patients through our Innovation Accelerator Fund. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland, and the NHS, including sites, Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to deliver and transform pathology services across South East London. The partnership provides services to 1.7 million people living in South East London, as well as to hundreds of thousands of patients from outside the region who use local healthcare services. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Organisational Understand the management structure of the department and own role within the structure Attendance at local and corporate induction sessions and Organisational mandatory recall training Aware of Organisation policies and Departmental policies, including sickness absence reporting, requesting annual leave and health and safety. Communication Communicate any event that may cause a service delivery failure or other issues/problems that may affect the department to line manager in the work area. Provide and receive information to and from work colleagues or users of the service, including direction of enquiries to the appropriate member of staff Prioritise and plan own workload within a given time period and communicate own work priorities within the team. Demonstrate flexibility in carrying out own work priorities within the team context Stock & Service issues reported to line manager in the work area Technical & Special duties Ability to work with handheld scanners to receipt, pick, pack and despatch stock Ability to work with computerised warehouse management systems such as SAP etc Staff Management Cooperate with trainers when learning new tasks and contribute to the basic training of others Maintain good work relations with all members of staff, and promote effective teamwork recognising others skills and priorities. Risk Management Work within the Warehouse & Blackfriars Hub Safety Policies and Code of Practice and maintain Health and Safety Standards in all locations ensuring less experienced staff also conform to the regulations. You must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees. Maintain warehouse equipment in a safe clean working condition Maintain warehouse & hub working areas and workbenches ensuring they are clean and tidy Maintain awareness of hazards inherent in the warehouse/storage locations & laboratories and use adequate precautions at all times Identify problems affecting own area of work and respond in an appropriate time and manner problems referred to line manager where appropriate Report to the Health and Safety Officer deficiencies in the warehouse/storage locations & laboratories and/or any incident which involves injury or potential injury to staff and visitors. Maintain awareness of the local fire rules in the case of fire or suspected fire and report potential problems to the local Fire Marshall Attend Trust training for Health and Safety and Manual Handling Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria 5 GCSE Passes (A-C), including English and Mathematics, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent Experience Essential criteria Work experience even if unrelated Desirable criteria Previous warehousing/ hospital or laboratory experience Previous computer experience of Warehouse Management Systems (SAP , LabApp Microsoft Office) Skills & Knowledge Essential criteria Good communication skills Ability to work without close supervision Physically fit and well Ability to work to deadlines Ability to work under pressure & remain calm in a busy environment Pleasant, courteous & helpful approach Reliable, conscientious and motivated Ability to play close attention to detail Ability to follow laid down procedures Flexible attitude to work Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. All applicants are welcome to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. Equality of opportunity is our policy. Our Bank workers enjoy competitive market rates and flexible contract assignments across all of our sites, dependent on your availability and location. For our Permanent workforce w e offer a competitive benefits package. All employees are entitled to: Contributory pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Ground breaking development opportunities Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role. Please apply for this post on-line. If you have problems with using the online process, or need any assistance, please email [email protected] Your e-mail address is important to us. We communicate to all job applicants via the e-mail address which has been provided on the application form. Please ensure that you check your e-mail on a regular basis. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in Synnovis. Further details / informal visits contact Name Bal Dhoot Job title Supply Chain Consultant Email address [email protected] If you have problems applying, contact Address Synnovis Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Telephone 01629 702340