Neighbourhood Services Operative

Civic Recruitment Limited; South Nutfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

PPE provided

Onsite interview location

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting an Estate Services Operative for a local authority in Surrey. The role involves bulk/general waste collection, void property clearance, and environmental upkeep to keep communities safe and welcoming.

You will interact with residents and support colleagues while delivering reliable service onsite. The position is a 3-month contract based in Surrey, 40 hours per week, with uniform, PPE, and equipment provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence with Category C1 entitlement.
• Basic understanding of health and safety requirements within waste collection and environmental services.
• Understanding of road transport legislation and compliance requirements.
• Good numeracy skills to support stock control, invoice checking, and ordering of supplies.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles to estates and neighbourhoods to collect bulk, general, and non-domestic waste.
• Carry out void property clearance services in line with operational requirements.
• Ensure collections are completed efficiently, safely, and in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Clean up spillages and maintain tidy working areas during and after collections.
• Maintain accurate records of waste collections and completed works for recharge and reporting purposes.
• Identify waste hotspot areas and support initiatives to reduce environmental issues across estates.
• Work proactively with residents, managing expectations and providing basic advice when required.
• Support team members to ensure the delivery of high-quality estate services.
• Assist with additional environmental services duties including jet washing bin stores and communal areas.
• Report repairs, maintenance issues, and health and safety concerns to the appropriate teams and monitor progress where required.
• Follow all company policies relating to health and safety, equality, diversity, inclusion, and code of conduct.

Skills

Numeracy

Health & safety awareness

Customer service

Job description

3 Months Contract with a local authority

Summary

We are seeking an Estate Services Operative to join a local authority. you will maintain estates and neighbourhoods through bulk waste collection, general waste clearance, void property clearances, litter management, and environmental upkeep. You will help create safe, clean, and welcoming communities while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles to estates and neighbourhoods to collect bulk, general, and non-domestic waste.
  
• Carry out void property clearance services in line with operational requirements.
  
• Ensure collections are completed efficiently, safely, and in an environmentally responsible manner.
  
• Clean up spillages and maintain tidy working areas during and after collections.
  
• Maintain accurate records of waste collections and completed works for recharge and reporting purposes.
  
• Identify waste hotspot areas and support initiatives to reduce environmental issues across estates.
  
• Work proactively with residents, managing expectations and providing basic advice when required.
  
• Support team members to ensure the delivery of high-quality estate services.
  
• Assist with additional environmental services duties including jet washing bin stores and communal areas.
  
• Report repairs, maintenance issues, and health and safety concerns to the appropriate teams and monitor progress where required.
  
• Follow all company policies relating to health and safety, equality, diversity, inclusion, and code of conduct.
  
• Undertake other duties consistent with the nature and level of the role.
  

Experience

• Previous experience undertaking bulk waste, general waste, litter clearance, or void property clearance duties.
  
• Experience working within estate services, environmental services, housing, facilities management, or similar environments.
  
• Experience interacting professionally with residents, customers, contractors, and external agencies.
  
• Knowledge of safe manual handling procedures and working in physically demanding environments.
  

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence with Category C1 entitlement.
  
• Basic understanding of health and safety requirements within waste collection and environmental services.
  
• Understanding of road transport legislation and compliance requirements.
  
• Good numeracy skills to support stock control, invoice checking, and ordering of supplies.
  

Additional Information

• 40 hours per week
  
• Full UK Driving Licence with Category C1 entitlement.
  
• Candidates will be interviewed at the Office located: 51 Whytecliffe Road South, CR8 2AZ
  
• Full uniform, safety boots, tools, machinery, and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
  
• This is an Onsite role based in Surrey.
  
• We work on a biweekly payment schedule.
  
• The role closes on 23rd October 2026,