Street Care Driver/Operative
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Transportation
General Labor, Driver
Darlington Borough Council is seeking to recruit a Street Care Driver/Operative to join its Street Cleansing Team. This is an excellent opportunity to help maintain clean, safe, and attractive streets and public spaces across Darlington and the surrounding district. The role involves driving and operating a fully equipped mobile workshop and undertaking a variety of street care and environmental maintenance duties.
You will be responsible for the removal of graffiti and chewing gum, carrying out pavement washing and other pressure washing activities, and undertaking minor repairs to bollards, posts, pavements, street furniture, and other Council assets. You will also assist with the installation and maintenance of street furniture, play equipment and other structures. In addition, you will undertake general duties to improve the quality of the street environment, including litter collection, fly-tip removal, and the emptying of litter and dog waste bins.
A commitment to maintaining high standards and delivering an excellent service to the community is essential as is a full (C1) driving license. If you take pride in your local environment and enjoy working outdoors in a varied and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.
The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:
- 32 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part-time working)
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
- Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
- Staff equality forums
- Green Car Leasing Scheme
- Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
- Physiotherapy service
- Confidential counselling service
- Great wellbeing offer
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
- Local and National retailer discounts
- Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
- Arriva Employee Travel Club
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