Assistant Streetscene Operative

Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance

Makerfield Way Depot

Salary:
Grade 3, £25,583 per annum. £13.26 per hour

37 hours per week

Temporary until 22/06/2027

We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough.

We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!

As an Assistant Streetscene Operative you will work as part of a Team to support the effective delivery of day-to-day Streetscene maintenance operations.

You will carry out a range of Streetscene duties to maintain a clean, safe and green environment throughout the borough.

You will provide exceptional customer service, be equipped at dealing with a range of customers, and be the 'eyes and ears' of the Council when working in the borough.

You will lead by example in supporting the service and actively seek ways of improvement and support with suggestions for new ways of working and embracing change.

You will have the knowledge, skills and experience in an operational Streetscene organisation or similar environment, including working knowledge of Health and Safety requirements appropriate to the role.

You will demonstrate the ability to work flexibly, in line with service demands, working evenings and weekends when required.

You will be able to communicate well with colleagues and members of the public and work as part of a team.

You will have experience operating a range of plant and machinery including the full range of grass cutting equipment & powered hand tools appropriate to the role.

You will have the ability to obtain a ROSPA approved playground safety inspection qualification or the ability to demonstrate adequate knowledge and experience.

This role will provide the opportunity for successful candidates to be part of a service that supports Progress with Unity and Wigan, being a great place to live, work and visit, while delivering services that are high quality, flexible and responsive.

In return you will have access to a range of benefits, including a pension, staff discounts, loyalty rewards, training and development opportunities and paid annual leave.

Please contact Parks and Streetscene Service for further information at

The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them.

Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits to find out more about working for #Team Wigan.

To be appointed to this role you must be able to prove your right to work in the UK, and you must maintain a valid (active) right to work. Please note, at present we are not a licenced sponsor. Please visit the link below to check you qualify to apply. Prove your right to work to an employer:
Overview -  () Prove your right to work to an employer.

Wigan Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. As part of this commitment, Wigan Council operates robust Safer Recruitment procedures.

Please contact streetscenec

Interview date:
Week commencing 24/08/2026

• Job Specification
• Privacy Notice