7.5 Tonne Driver (Days)

Totally Local Company; Stockport; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Stockport is looking for an Environmental Operative 2 to join their Street Care team. In this permanent role, you will be responsible for street cleansing and horticultural tasks, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance of public spaces. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including annual leave and opportunities for professional development while working in a supportive community-focused environment.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold a C1 driving license for vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes.
• Experience achieving operational targets in environmental maintenance.
• Ability to adhere to high horticultural and street cleansing standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cleansing duties and maintain cleanliness in public spaces.
• Perform general maintenance of green areas and public amenities.
• Participate in winter maintenance and assist in waste recycling efforts.

Skills

Driving License C1

Operational Target Achievement

Horticulture Standards

Street Cleansing Methods

Health and Safety Practices

Tools

Gardening Tools

Street Cleansing Machinery

Power Washers

Job description

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Location: Endeavour House, Stockport, SK6 2SN

Salary: £25,584 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week
Monday to Friday (06:30 - 14:24), could be required to work 1x weekend day, compressed hours or seasonal hours.
Contract Type: Permanent

At Totally Local Company, an opportunity has arisen for an Environmental Operative 2 who possesses a professional demeanour, sound judgement, and integrity to join our Street Care team.

What you'll be doing in this role

Cleansing

• Undertake cleansing duties allocated by the supervisor in accordance with agreed procedures to defined standards.
• Perform tasks related to the cleanliness of the environment, including sweeping, cleaning, litter picking, emptying litter bins, removing weeds and debris, cleaning road signs and litter bins, and removing graffiti or offensive material when required.

Grounds

• Carry out general maintenance in green areas, highway verges, landscaped and planted areas, council properties, recreation areas, cemeteries, schools, and public amenities, including high-profile lawns, turf, and horticultural features.
• Perform operational duties such as hand weeding, weed spraying, mowing, pruning, hedge cutting, planting, seeding, turfing, and bedding setup according to design specifications.
• Erect, dismantle, and maintain recreational and sports facilities, including goal posts and markings.

General

• Participate in winter maintenance duties like manual gritting, grit bin management, and snow/ice clearance.
• Assist in waste recycling efforts.
• Work as part of a team, reporting to a supervisor.
• Adhere to safety policies and conduct safety checks on equipment.
• Operate mechanical equipment including gardening tools, street cleansing machinery, and power washers.
• Perform daily checks, cleaning, and report defects on equipment.
• Report environmental issues and maintain records as required.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.
• Undertake training for skill development and gain experience across various sections.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Hold a C1 driving license and be capable of driving vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes.
• Experience in achieving operational targets.
• Ability to maintain high standards in horticulture and street cleansing.
• Knowledge of street cleansing and horticultural standards, methods, and equipment.
• Apply health and safety practices diligently.
• Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Access to lifestyle benefits, cycle to work scheme, pension scheme, and life assurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Based in Stockport, Totally Local Company offers a wide range of services across Greater Manchester, including street cleaning, road repairs, waste disposal, and more. Our organization prioritizes safety and community support, providing comprehensive benefits and training to our employees.