PVH Environmental Services Technician

Sunderland City Council; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to contribute to the city's environmental standards. The role involves operating vehicles and power tools while performing grounds maintenance and street cleansing tasks. Candidates must hold a full UK driving license and possess strong communication skills. This is a permanent variable hours contract offering flexibility.

Benefits

Attractive pension scheme

Exclusive offers and discounts

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license is required.
• Capability of operating vehicles and a variety of power tools.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Undertake checks to ensure vehicles and tools are safe to use.
• Operate vehicles and various power tools.
• Carry out routine maintenance under direction.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to operate vehicles and power tools

Job description

Sunderland is a fantastic, forward-looking city undergoing significant transformation and economic regeneration. We have a global reputation as a welcoming and inclusive place in which to live, work, achieve, play and belong.

Working towards Sunderland City Plan 2035, we are committed to keeping our city clean and green around the clock. As an Environmental Services Technician, within our dedicated Local Services team, you can contribute to improving environmental standards within Sunderland.

Applicants will enjoy working outdoors, being active and dealing with people. You will work within a team or independently, to provide exceptional services to our residents and visitors, by completing grounds maintenance and street cleansing tasks across the city.

The job can be physically demanding, as you carry out a range of duties, including seasonal work tasks, outdoors, and in all weather conditions. You will complete a range of routine operational tasks requiring the skilled operation of vehicles, power tools or equipment in accordance with work practices to support the provision of front-line services which is aligned to customer need.

Responsibilities include:

• Undertaking checks to ensure vehicles, tools or equipment are safe to use and properly adjusted prior to operation
• Operating vehicles and a variety of power tools and technical equipment
• Carrying out routine maintenance under direction

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence
• Capability of operating vehicles and a variety of power tools and technical equipment
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions, policies, procedures and legislation

This is a permanent variable hours contract which means that should you be successful, opportunities to work may vary in hours, each week/month. You will have the same rights as other council workers, but you will have the flexibility to accept work when you are available.

As an employee of Sunderland City Council, you will have access to a variety of benefits including an attractive pension scheme, and a range of dedicated exclusive offers and discounts.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.