Street Cleaner Driver

Job Overview

The Street Cleaner Driver role in Edinburgh involves operating a cage vehicle to collect waste while also performing hands‑on street cleansing duties. This full‑time, temporary position with Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts offers a salary between £14.51 and £16.23 per hour.

Location: Edinburgh East
Pay Rate: £14.51–£16.23 per hour

Hours of Work: 4 days on, 4 days off (06:00–17:02, 45‑minute break) or Monday to Friday (07:00–14:57, 45‑minute break)
Contract: Temporary ongoing
Start Date: Immediate starts available

The role involves supporting the cleansing and upkeep of Edinburgh’s streets and public areas while operating a cage vehicle.

Duties include:

• Driving a cage vehicle safely and responsibly across designated routes
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects in line with health & safety procedures
• Transporting collected waste to disposal sites
• Cleaning and servicing city streets and public spaces
• Sweeping, brushing, and removing leaves and debris
• Removing weeds from pavements and public areas using manual tools
• Emptying public litter and waste bins
• Safe collection, handling, and disposal of waste materials
• Handling physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, and repetitive movements
• Walking long distances throughout shifts
• Occasional interaction with members of the public
• Dealing with unpleasant waste, including bodily fluids where required

Successful candidates will:

• Hold a valid UK driving licence (essential)
• Receive full induction, training, and PPE
• Be confident driving a cage vehicle in urban environments
• Be honest, reliable, and punctual
• Have a strong work ethic and willingness to carry out manual work
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Be health and safety conscious
• Maintain professionalism while working in public environments