Street Cleansing Driver​/Operative

Job title Street Cleansing Driver/Operative Job reference  Date posted 09/10/2026 Final date to receive applications 18/10/2026 Working Pattern Full time Salary £26,427 - £26,847 a year Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Driving, Other, Waste Management Attachments Blank Job description

Salary: £26,427 - £26,847 a year
Location:
Stores Road Depot
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type:
Permanent
Closing Date: 18th October 2026

This is an exciting opportunity to join Derby City Council as an Operative/Driver, playing an important role in keeping the streets of Derby clean. You'll enjoy a varied, Hands-on role where no two days are the same, working as part of a supportive team while also having the opportunity to use your own initiative. Your work will make a real difference to local communities by ensuring the streets are safe and clean.

We are committed to supporting our employees to develop their skills and experience, with opportunities to learn and build a rewarding career within the council.

The successful applicant must hold a full UK driving licence and will be expected to drive a crew cab vehicle up to 3.5 tonne. The time spent driving in this role is limited within the team and mainly consists of carrying out routine street cleansing tasks. The applicant must be able to walk long distances, which could be up to 8 miles a day.

You will be required to work in all-weather conditions throughout the year and should have a good knowledge of Derby.

In this position you will be working as part of a team, but you will be working on your own mostly, following guidance from the charge hand. The main duties will include tasks such as: litter picking (which could include using a street cleansing barrow), emptying bins, sweeping, weeding, removing dog fouling and removing fly-tipping.

The successful applicant will be required to carry out different training courses which will include manual handling and drug related litter removal, also if required asbestos awareness training. If selected for interview applicants will be required to complete a written test. Successful applicants will have to undertake a driving assessment to assess suitability for the position.

We're looking for a reliable and hardworking candidate who takes pride in delivering a high standard of work and providing an excellent service. You'll have experience carrying out clearance and cleaning duties, a good understanding of health and safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE. You'll hold a full UK Driving Licence and have a good standard of education. You'll be a team player who works well with colleagues, whilst also being confident working independently and using your own initiative.

A Positive attitude, good communication skills and a flexible approach are important, as you'll be working a varied and practical role.

If you are dependable, Practical and take pride in getting the job done safely and to a high standard we'd like to hear from you.

At Derby City Council, we're proud to deliver over 250 essential services that support our residents, communities and businesses. Guided by our vision to create an Inclusive, Green, Growing and Vibrant City, we put people at the heart of everything we do.

Our values shape how we work every day. We believe in Great People, One Team, we're Bold in embracing change, Strong in delivering for our communities, and We Care about making a positive difference.

Join us and you'll be part of an ambitious, collaborative organisation where you can develop your career while helping to shape Derby's future.

At Derby City Council, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference…