Casual Streetscene Operative

New Forest District Council; Pennington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in the United Kingdom is seeking a Streetscene Operative to maintain cleanliness in public spaces. The role involves various outdoor tasks such as litter picking, graffiti cleaning, and emergency response duties. Ideal candidates should possess a valid UK driving license and strong customer service skills. This position offers flexible working conditions with a pay rate of £12.86 - £13.17 per hour, along with generous leave and employee benefits.

Benefits

23 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee discounts at high street retailers

Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence (manual, minimum 3.5 Ton vehicle) is essential.
• Good physical fitness and stamina are necessary.
• Customer service skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out litter picking and fly-tip removal.
• Perform graffiti cleaning and bin maintenance.
• Respond to emergency duties such as snow clearance.

Skills

Customer service skills

Good physical fitness and stamina

Ability to work as part of a team or independently

Education

Valid UK driving licence (manual, minimum 3.5 Ton vehicle)

Tools

Familiarity with relevant machinery

Job description

Are you passionate about keeping our communities clean, safe, and welcoming?

Do you enjoy working outdoors and making a visible difference every day? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Streetscene Operative, you’ll be at the heart of our frontline services, helping to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of public spaces across the New Forest. Whether working solo or as part of a team, you’ll carry out a wide range of tasks including:

• Litter picking and fly‑tip removal
• Graffiti cleaning and bin maintenance
• Emergency response duties such as snow clearance
• Supporting void property clearances and other reactive works

You’ll be a visible ambassador for the Council, often the first point of contact for residents and visitors, so a friendly and professional approach is essential.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• A valid UK driving licence (manual, minimum 3.5 Ton vehicle)
• Good physical fitness and stamina
• Able to work effectively as part of a team or independently
• Customer service skills
• Willingness to undertake training (Manual Handling, First Aid, LANTRA Road Safety)

Desirable:

• Experience in a similar role
• Familiarity with relevant machinery and safe working practices
• Understanding of COSHH and waste disposal regulations

Working Conditions

You will be working from our Lymington depot. As a casual worker your working days will vary based on operational priorities, staff sickness and holiday absence.

This is an outdoor role in all weather conditions, involving repeated manual handling. Full PPE and training are provided to ensure your safety.

What’s in it for you?

• £12.86 - £13.17 per hour
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an additional 5 days for 5 years local authority continuous service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC provision
• Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores and restaurants
• A Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40 percent on cycles and accessories
• Employee Assistance Programme (free 24‑hour legal, financial and personal advice for employees)

About us

As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.

At NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that’s why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self‑development promoted. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively promote a good work/life balance. We’re keen to support career development and help all colleagues be the best they can be.

We are proud of our values, please watch this short video to find out more. LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com)

If you're ambitious and passionate, are driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.

To view full details of what you can expect from working for NFDC and to view the full job description, please view the candidate pack attached.

Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC

This post requires a Basic DBS check to be completed.

If after reading the job description of what the role will involve, you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Neil Passmore on 07979 703457 or Harry Roberts on 07836 661808.

Closing date: 11pm on Sunday 21st December

Interview Date: Tuesday 30th December