Outdoor Environmental Services Operative

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (matched up to 10%)

Health cash plan

32 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible policies

Savings access

Learning for life scheme

Discounts and cashback offers

Job summary

Onward Homes is seeking an Environmental Services Operative in Manchester to maintain tidy neighbourhoods and support community spaces. You will perform waste removal, grounds upkeep, and defect reporting as part of a mobile, multi-disciplinary team across Brunswick PFI neighbourhoods.

Training is provided; prior customer-facing experience is useful. The role operates outdoors with a proactive, professional approach, offering a permanent contract, £26,100 annual salary, and generous benefits

Qualifications

• Essential: Educated to GCSE standard.
• Essential: Full UK driving licence.
• Desirable: A recognised Work Equipment certificate (Leaf Blower, Pressure Washer, Buffer Machines).

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of neighbourhoods in communal areas.
• Remove rubbish from fly tipping, graffiti, litter, and hazardous materials; spot cleaning.
• Carry out scheme maintenance duties: jet washing, minor joinery, cleaning light fittings, winter gritting, planting schemes.
• Be visible in Brunswick neighbourhood, report defects and assist residents daily and weekends.
• Promote a safe environment by testing lift alarms and reporting issues.
• Manage communal paladin bins and liaise with waste partners.
• Support community events and build relationships with residents and stakeholders.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Teamwork

Effective communication

Health and safety awareness

Time management

Education

GCSE standard

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Onward Homes is seeking an Environmental Services Operative in Manchester to maintain tidy neighbourhoods and support community spaces. You will perform waste removal, grounds upkeep, and defect reporting as part of a mobile, multi-disciplinary team across Brunswick PFI neighbourhoods.

Training is provided; prior customer-facing experience is useful. The role operates outdoors with a proactive, professional approach, offering a permanent contract, £26,100 annual salary, and generous benefits