Estate Services Operative

Job Title

Estate Services Operative

East London

£14.80 Per hour PAYE Inc Hol | £18.71 Per hour Ltd

Temporary (Full-Time, including weekends on a rota basis)

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Temporary Estate Services Operative to join a busy Mobile Team working across local estates in East London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operative who takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and well‑presented environments for residents and the public. You will be part of a responsive, hands‑on team providing cleaning, caretaking, and maintenance support to estates across the area ensuring high standards of safety, hygiene, and presentation at all times.

• Work as part of a mobile team on a rota basis, including weekends.
• Drive and load bulk refuse collection vehicles to remove unwanted items from internal and external locations.
• Safely dispose of refuse at designated sites, using mechanical aids (e.g. tipping vehicles) when required.
• Carry out minor repairs, deep cleans, and general estate maintenance duties as directed.
• Operate cleaning machinery such as pressure washers and floor scrubbers for internal and external areas.
• Provide relief caretaking across estates, sometimes at short notice.
• Carry out litter picking, leaf clearance, gritting, and other seasonal or environmental tasks.
• Ensure vehicle safety and cleanliness, completing daily checks and reporting any defects.
• Transport goods and materials between sites as required.
• Report incidents, damage, or health & safety concerns promptly to management.
• Maintain positive relationships with residents and stakeholders, providing a courteous and professional service.

• Full clean UK driving licence (able to drive tipper vans and fleet vehicles).
• Proven experience in refuse collection, caretaking, or estate services.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and manual handling practices.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles, machinery, and equipment after training.
• Capable of performing manual handling and outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.

To apply or find out more, please contact Prakash Panchani at Service Care Solutions on or email prakash or apply directly via our website.