Street Scene Operative

3-12 month contract role with a local authority

Summary

• This is a 3-12 month contract role with a local authority focused on delivering high-quality street cleansing and environmental maintenance services. The purpose of this role is to ensure public areas remain clean safe and attractive. The postholder will engage in various cleansing activities such as litter picking sweeping bin emptying graffiti removal and weed control. Additionally the role requires providing excellent customer service and adhering to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out street cleansing activities including litter picking sweeping bin emptying washing down public areas graffiti removal strimming blowing weed removal and fly-tip clearance.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver efficient and effective environmental services across the district.
• Undertake cleansing and maintenance duties to meet agreed quality standards and service requirements.
• Operate and maintain tools equipment machinery and vehicles safely and effectively.
• Complete daily checks on vehicles equipment and machinery and report any defects promptly.
• Assist in the application of herbicides pesticides and fungicides following approved procedures and legislation.

Requirements:

• Essential Experience Required
  • Experience working within a team environment.
  • Experience providing customer-focused services.
  • Experience operating equipment and tools safely.
  • Understanding of health and safety requirements within an operational environment.
  • Experience working effectively with members of the public.

• Essential Qualifications Required
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Willingness to undertake job-related training and development.

Additional Information

• Working hours:
  
  37 hours per week included in a weekend rota working 1 weekend a month.
• Pay rate:
  Level for 12 weeks.
• Contract length:
  Up to 12 months.
• Reason for vacancy:
  Vacant post cover.
• Schedule:
  
  7-3 during the week and 8-4 on weekends following a bi-weekly schedule.
• Note: The role closes soon apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

To deliver high-quality street cleansing and environmental maintenance services that help keep public areas clean safe and attractive

Required

Education:

To deliver high-quality street cleansing and environmental maintenance services that help keep public areas clean safe and attractive