OR120477 – NLGV Driver Operative – Manual Labour

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington Blake Recruitment in Thurrock is seeking a street cleansing operative to maintain public spaces, operate non-LGV vehicles and mechanical sweepers, and perform litter picking, waste removal and graffiti clearance.

You'll join the local Clean & Green Services team, work 37 hours per week 14:00-22:00, and follow safety procedures while delivering a reliable, professional service to residents.

Qualifications

• Category B driving licence required.
• Experience driving non-LGV vehicles under 3,500kg GVW.
• Experience with mechanical sweepers.
• Experience meeting cleaning standards and schedules.
• Able to undertake physically demanding outdoor work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic digital literacy and use of handheld/in-cab systems.
• Good understanding of vehicle, plant and equipment safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate non-LGV vehicles and mechanical sweepers.
• Carry out street cleansing and sweeping across designated areas.
• Litter picking and removing rubbish from public spaces.
• Empty litter and dog waste bins.
• Remove graffiti, fly-posting, weeds and other waste.
• Use equipment such as blowers and strimmers.
• Carry out vehicle and equipment checks.
• Complete daily records, timesheets and work allocation records.
• Work with other Clean & Green teams on environmental maintenance projects.
• Report issues, accidents or incidents to the Team Manager.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with council procedures.

Skills

Outdoor work experience

Independent work

Communication skills

Equipment operation

Street cleansing experience

Digital literacy

Tools

Mechanical sweepers

Non-LGV vehicles

Vehicle/safety checks

Job description

Work Pattern: 37 hours per week, 14:00-22:00 Monday to Friday

PAYE Pay Rate:£15.16 per hour

Main Purpose of the Role

To carry out street cleansing and environmental maintenance duties across Thurrock, helping to keep public spaces clean, safe and well maintained.

The role involves operating non-LGV vehicles and mechanical sweepers, as well as undertaking manual cleaning activities such as litter picking, sweeping, removing graffiti and fly-posting, emptying bins and clearing waste.

You will work as part of a local Clean & Green Services team, supporting the delivery of an efficient and responsive street cleansing service.

Typical Day Overview

• Driving and operating non-LGV vehicles and mechanical sweepers.
• Carrying out street cleansing and sweeping across designated areas.
• Litter picking and removing rubbish from public spaces.
• Emptying litter and dog waste bins.
• Removing graffiti, fly-posting, weeds and other waste.
• Using equipment such as blowers and strimmers.
• Carrying out vehicle and equipment checks.
• Completing daily records, timesheets and work allocation records.
• Working with other Clean & Green teams on environmental maintenance projects.
• Reporting any issues, accidents or incidents to the Team Manager.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with council procedures.

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Experience working in an outdoor, physical role, often in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to operate and care for mechanical equipment and vehicles.
• Experience with street cleansing, sweeping or similar environmental services.
• Carry out litter picking, sweeping and waste removal.
• Operate equipment including mechanical sweepers, blowers and strimmers.
• Complete vehicle and equipment safety checks.
• Maintain accurate digital or paper-based work records.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Work flexibly and support other teams when required.
• Provide a positive and professional service to members of the public.
• Be willing to undertake additional duties and participate in emergency/out-of-hours call-outs where required.

Essential Requirements / Qualifications

Essential:

• Category B driving licence.
• Ability to drive and operate a range of non-LGV vehicles, including vehicles under 3,500kg GVW.
• Experience driving a range of non-LGV vehicles.
• Experience working with mechanical sweepers or pedestrian-operated sweepers.
• Experience of working to cleaning standards and schedules.
• Ability to undertake physically demanding outdoor work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic digital literacy and ability to use handheld/in-cab systems.
• Good understanding of vehicle, plant and equipment safety.