Dustcart Cleaning Operative

CRA Group Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste management service provider is seeking a reliable Cleaning Operative for a full-time temporary contract in Greater London. The role involves dustcart loading, refuse collection, and general site cleaning, requiring skills in teamwork and physical labour. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in relevant fields and be capable of working flexible hours. The position entails working Monday to Friday, from 06:00 to 14:00, ensuring high standards of waste collection and safety are met.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in waste management, cleaning, or similar environment.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Capable of performing physical labour and lifting heavy items safely.

Responsibilities

• Load commercial and residential bins onto dustcarts.
• Carry out collection and removal of bulk and bagged waste.
• Follow health and safety regulations and PPE requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical labour

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and hard-working Cleaning Operative to join a waste and environmental services team on a short-term contract basis.

Key Responsibilities

• This is a frontline, manual labour role involving dustcart loading, refuse collection, and general site cleaning.
• You will work as part of a small, settled team, supporting the driver and ensuring waste collection rounds are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• The ideal candidate will be experienced in similar roles and confident working in a physically demanding outdoor environment.
• Load commercial and residential bins onto dustcarts and ensure efficient refuse removal.
• Carry out collection and removal of bulk and bagged waste from designated areas.
• Support vehicle cleanliness by assisting with fortnightly cleaning (internal and external).
• Maintain, clean, and securely store all cleaning equipment and materials.
• Identify and report defective tools or supplies and assist with stock requests.
• Follow health and safety regulations, PPE requirements, and security procedures.
• Attend mandatory training and adapt to new processes, methods, or equipment.
• Cooperate with supervisors, team members, and members of the public professionally.
• Complete any reasonable additional duties in line with operational service needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in waste management, cleaning, grounds maintenance or similar environment.
• Experience of working on a dustcart or waste collection vehicle is highly desirable.
• Capable of performing physical labour and lifting heavy items safely.
• Ability to work early shifts (6am starts) and flexible hours as required.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Able to work independently without close supervision.
• Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity, and health & safety principles.
• Ability to conduct basic safety checks on tools, materials, and equipment.
• Willingness to adapt and learn new procedures or methods.

Contract Details

This is a full-time temporary assignment (36 hours/week). Shifts run from 06:00 to 14:00, Monday to Friday.