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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE) Driver
The closing date is 17 November 2026
Job summary
Full Time : 40 hours per week
Choice Facilities Services are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliable individual to join our team and fulfil the role of a Driver
The role of a Driver is an exciting opportunity for people who are motivated flexible, task focused and who have excellent communications skills. We encourage and support our employees to progress within Choice and offer full training on the job.
As a Driver you would be responsible for driving Choice Facilities vehicles, including the shuttle bus service, for the collection, transportation and delivery of staff, patients, equipment and other goods. You will also be responsible for daily checks and maintenance of the vehicles in your care and working on transport helpdesk to cover absences.
If you are ambitious, caring, team player and strive to deliver high standards services, we would like to hear from YOU!
Choice Facilities Services work together;
To deliver nationally recognised high quality, safe, cost-effective services for the people, patients and stakeholders.
To attract and retain employees who are proud to recommend our services.
To deliver a wide range of high quality, effective and compliant Facilities Management (FM), Procurement and Pharmacy Services.
To join a friendly, organised and positive working environment, apply for the role of a Driver.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for driving Choice Facilities vehicles, including the shuttle bus service, for the collection, transportation and delivery of staff, patients, equipment and other goods. You will also be responsible for daily checks and maintenance of the vehicles in your care and working on transport helpdesk to cover absences.
You must hold a full uk driving licence and be willing to gain a D1 licence once employed. You must also have and a driver qualification card (CPC) or willing to undertake this once employed.
You will be required to undertake manual handling tasks as well as have the ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff.
General Duties of a Drivers role include;
- Using Radios and mobile phone equipment to carry out duties
- Using computers to carry out online training
- Answering telephone at helpdesk and responding to customer enquiries
- Driving Choice Facilities vehicles, including the shuttle bus service.
- Collecting, transportation and delivery of staff, patients, equipment and other goods
- Daily checks and maintenance of the vehicles in your care
CHoICE Transport Services are provided at across all NHS sites throughout South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
About us
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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). We provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists.
Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,957 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
M9155-Z-EA-1126-01
Job locations
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details
Responsible for driving Choice Facilities vehicles, including the shuttle bus service, for the collection, transportation and delivery of staff, patients, equipment and other goods. You will also be responsible for daily checks and maintenance of the vehicles in your care and working on transport helpdesk to cover absences.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details
Responsible for driving Choice Facilities vehicles, including the shuttle bus service, for the collection, transportation and delivery of staff, patients, equipment and other goods. You will also be responsible for daily checks and maintenance of the vehicles in your care and working on transport helpdesk to cover absences.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeracy and Literacy education.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
- Driver qualification Card (CPC) or willing to undertake within 12 months of commencement.
- Category D1 Entitlement held on Driving Licence or willing to undertake within 12 months of commencement.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in dealing with the public.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
- Previous driving/transport employment.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Combination of bending/lifting/standing and walking with occasional requirement for physical effort.
- Frequent sitting when driving vehicles.
- Physically fit to lift objects.
Desirable
- Able to undertake varied manual tasks.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to accept and prioritise instruction.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff and visitors.
Desirable
- Basic IT Skills.
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeracy and Literacy education.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
- Driver qualification Card (CPC) or willing to undertake within 12 months of commencement.
- Category D1 Entitlement held on Driving Licence or willing to undertake within 12 months of commencement.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in dealing with the public.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
- Previous driving/transport employment.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Combination of bending/lifting/standing and walking with occasional requirement for physical effort.
- Frequent sitting when driving vehicles.
- Physically fit to lift objects.
Desirable
- Able to undertake varied manual tasks.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to accept and prioritise instruction.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff and visitors.
Desirable
- Basic IT Skills.
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 details
Employer name
City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)
Address
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)
Address
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Portering & Security Manager
Mark Turner
01915656256
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,957 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
M9155-Z-EA-1126-01
Job locations
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
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