NLGV Driver Operative
14 days ago
Grays
Street Cleansing Operative \n We are currently recruiting for a Street Cleansing Operative to join the Clean and Green Service. This is a hands-on role responsible for keeping streets, public areas and the local environment clean, safe and well maintained. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Carry out scheduled and ad-hoc street cleansing activities across the local area.\n, • Undertake litter picking and manual street sweeping, including the removal of debris.\n, • Operate pedestrian-controlled mechanical street sweepers where required.\n, • Remove graffiti, fly-posting, fly-tipping, weeds and other waste.\n, • Empty litter and dog waste bins.\n, • Safely collect and dispose of hazardous waste where appropriately trained.\n, • Use equipment such as blowers and strimmers.\n, • Complete vehicle, equipment and safety checks as required.\n, • Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with Council policies, procedures and health and safety requirements.\n, • Maintain accurate records, including vehicle checks, timesheets, daily work allocation records and accident/incident reports.\n, • Work collaboratively with colleagues and other Council teams on street cleansing, grounds maintenance and waste collection activities.\n, • Provide a professional, customer-focused service when working in the community.\n, • Undertake other reasonable duties as required by the Team Manager.\n\n About You \n We are looking for someone who: \n\n • Has experience in street cleansing, waste collection, grounds maintenance, environmental services or a similar outdoor role.\n, • Is comfortable undertaking physically demanding work outdoors in all weather conditions.\n, • Can safely use hand tools, equipment and machinery.\n, • Has good awareness of health and safety procedures.\n, • Can work independently while also being an effective team member.\n, • Is reliable, organised and able to manage scheduled tasks and changing priorities.\n, • Has good communication and customer service skills.\n, • Takes pride in maintaining clean and safe public spaces.\n, • Holds a full driving licence and is confident operating allocated vehicles, where required.\n\n Working Environment \n This is a practical, outdoor role involving regular walking, manual work and the use of vehicles, tools and equipment. You will work as part of a team while also being expected to use your own initiative when carrying out allocated duties. \n If you have experience in street cleansing, refuse/waste collection, grounds maintenance, environmental services or similar outdoor operational work, we would like to hear from you. \n \n Has to have a driving license