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Newport, Newport County, NP10, Wales, UK
Listed on 2026-09-21
Listing for:
Civic Recruitment Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-21
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Driver
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 15/09/2026
Job InformationCommunity & Social
City Newport
Province Newport (Casnewydd GB-CNW)
Postal Code NP10
Job Description 3 months contract with a Local AuthorityJob Purpose
As a Driver/General Operative, you will carry out street cleansing and environmental maintenance duties across Newport while driving Council vehicles when required. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and pleasant environment for residents and visitors by completing cleansing routes and supporting waste management operations.
Key Duties/Accountabilities- Carry out daily street cleansing duties in accordance with route schedules.
- Drive Council vehicles safely and in accordance with Driver Handbook requirements.
- Undertake environmental cleansing and waste management activities.
- Remove litter and maintain public spaces to agreed standards.
- Comply with all Health & Safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.
- Report accidents, defects, faults, hazards, and incidents.
- Assist and supervise Cleansing Operatives when working together.
- Complete all assigned cleansing and driving tasks within required deadlines.
- Attend mandatory training courses when required.
- Provide excellent customer service when interacting with members of the public.
- Work as part of a team to maintain environmental standards across Newport.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Experience driving work vehicles.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to meet targets and work to schedules.
- Understanding of working within a public service environment.
- Self-motivated and positive attitude.
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Good time management and prioritisation skills.
- Commitment to high standards of service delivery.
- Enthusiasm for working in a public-facing service.
- Working hours:
37 hours per week. - Location:
Telford Street, Newport, NP19 0ES
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- Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 15:30
- Friday: 07:30 – 15:00
- May be required to work weekends, Bank Holidays, and Extra Statutory Days.
- Full UK Driving Licence required.
- In-person interview at Telford Depot.
- Interview Date: 22nd September 2026.
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