Market Operative

The Best Connection; Walsall; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection in the Walsall area is seeking Markets Operatives to support the day-to-day running, maintenance and presentation of markets across the borough. This hands-on outdoor role requires reliability and physical work in all weather conditions.

Starting ASAP, the temporary 3‑month contract includes early starts 4:00am–6:00am and approx. 6–7 hours per day, with weekly rotas. Must have a full UK driving licence and own vehicle with business insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have Full UK Driving Licence.
• Own vehicle with Business Insurance.
• Previous manual labour experience beneficial.
• Good communication skills required.
• Reliable and flexible approach.
• Must be aged 18+.

Responsibilities

• Set up and dismantle market stalls.
• Litter picking and site cleaning.
• Move bins and maintain market areas.
• Basic grounds maintenance and weed control.
• Support traders and members of the public.
• Assist with market operations and infrastructure upkeep.
• Gritting and salting sites during winter conditions.

Skills

Driving licence

Own vehicle

Physical labour

Good communication

Reliable & flexible

Ages 18+

Job description

Markets Operative - Walsall Borough - Immediate Start

£13.69 per hour | Temporary Contract | 3 Months with Potential to Extend

We are recruiting for Markets Operatives on behalf of our well established client. We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to support the day-to-day running, maintenance and presentation of markets across the Walsall Borough.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role requiring candidates who are comfortable carrying out physical work in all weather conditions.

Location: Various market sites across Walsall Borough

Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour

Contract: Temporary, 3 months with potential to extend

Start Date: ASAP

Working Hours

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
• Early starts between 4:00am and 6:00am
• Approximately 6-7 hours per day
• Split shifts and unpaid lunch break
• Weekly rotas

Duties Include:

• Setting up and dismantling market stalls
• Litter picking and site cleaning
• Moving bins and maintaining market areas
• Basic grounds maintenance and weeding
• Supporting traders and members of the public
• Assisting with market operations and infrastructure upkeep
• Gritting and salting sites during winter conditions

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Own vehicle with Business Insurance
• Previous manual labour experience
• Good communication skills
• Reliable and flexible approach
• Must be aged 18+

Successful candidates will be required to provide references and attend an interview