Operational Co-ordinator

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

The Operational Co-ordinator provides a support role in effective management cover for Ninewells Hospital during overnight hours, including the direct supervision of soft facilities staff on duty whilst ensuring that services are provided in accordance with agreed service standards within identified targets and to ensure strict maintenance of monitoring procedures for all services.

You must have the ability to work as part of a team, or on your own initiative, and possess effective communication skills. You must also have the ability to respond constructive to unpredictable situations and be focused and able to cope with working under pressure.

This is an opportunity for someone who has previous senior supervisory experience with a focus on staff management or educated with a relevant management qualification.

Necessary training to undertake the job will be provided.

Informal enquiries to: Alan McIntosh, Portering Services Manager on Ext: 54378

Your performance must comply with the national "Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers 2009" and with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers.

Hours of work are: 12 hours per week / subject to support sickness / annual leave cover

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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