Seaside Street Cleansing Specialist

Environment Journal; Scarborough; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Annual leave 28–34 days + bank hols

Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes

Travel loan scheme

Discounts on shopping, leisure and gym

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Cleansing Operative to join Scarborough’s street cleansing team. You will help keep public spaces clean, empty litter bins and support environmental services across Scarborough and surrounding areas.

This full-time, outdoor role involves physical work, lifting bags and containers, and requires a driving licence. Full training is provided; varied hours with weekend work, plus seasonal enhancements during peak times.

Qualifications

• Previous experience is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Litter picking and cleansing public spaces
• Emptying litter and recycling bins
• Graffiti removal
• Cleaning and maintaining public conveniences
• Supporting the cleanliness of streets, footpaths, parks and open spaces
• Assisting during flood events, including the distribution of sandbags
• Investigating illegally dumped waste to support enforcement action
• Supporting waste and recycling collection services when operationally required

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Cleansing Operative to join Scarborough’s street cleansing team. You will help keep public spaces clean, empty litter bins and support environmental services across Scarborough and surrounding areas.

This full-time, outdoor role involves physical work, lifting bags and containers, and requires a driving licence. Full training is provided; varied hours with weekend work, plus seasonal enhancements during peak times.