Sweeper Driver​/External Services Operative

Sweeper Driver/External Services Operative

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The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.

Contributing to the Estates & Facilities Management strategy, as a Sweeper Driver and Litter Picker, and external services, you will support day‑to‑day operations across the Transport & Logistics service.

Reporting to the Campus Transportation and Logistics Manager, based in either Transport Service or the Logistics service, you will carry out the operation of sweeper equipment and engage in manual litter picking duties to ensure the University pedestrian and car park areas remain safe and litter‑free. The role requires a flexible, multi‑skilled approach.

• Carry out daily maintenance and checks on the allocated machine, reporting any defects.
• Emptying and washing out the sweeper hopper.
• Carry out external services to include litter picking, deep cleaning and grounds maintenance activity.
• Drive and operate the machine safely around the required areas to the required discharge point.
• Respond politely to approaches from members of the public, students and members of University staff.
• Ensure that areas on the relevant round are cleaned in accordance with University Policy.
• Carry out manual sweeping in areas inaccessible to the sweeper machine, litter picking, and collection of other materials as required.
• Report accidents and incidents as required.
• Maintain records as required.
• Liaise with the Campus Transport and Logistics Manager in relation to sweeper breakdowns and/or reactive maintenance.
• Liaise with external maintenance contractors to ensure that all faults are recorded and resolved during planned maintenance visits.
• As a member of our professional staff, you will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to professional behaviours set out in the Sheffield Professional Framework.
• Carry out other duties commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply.

• Substantial experience of driving mechanical sweepers in a pedestrian access area, such as Tennants Green Machine 636, Jonson 220. Including daily/weekly operator duties involved with routine maintenance.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to receive instructions and pass information clearly and concisely.
• Basic experience with IT packages, including MS Office suite, Google applications and email.
• Excellent customer service skills, with experience of responding to requests for service whilst out delivering planned service.
• The ability to work closely with other members of Campus Services to deliver a unified service delivery to meet the needs and expectations of the customer.
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
• Ability to understand where and when it is safe to operate the mechanical sweeper, given the changing situations on and around the University Campus.
• Ability to work flexibly and respond to the demands of the service.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Grade: 3

Salary: £23,742 – £24,685 (per annum) with potential to progress to £25,804 per annum through sustained exceptional contribution.

Work arrangement:
Full‑time

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