Street Cleaner

FCC Environment; Penrith; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in the UK is seeking a dedicated Street Cleaner to maintain cleanliness in public spaces across Eden District. This full-time role involves operating on a rolling 4 days on, 4 days off schedule, engaging with the community, and ensuring high-quality service. Candidates should possess a relevant driving license and demonstrate good customer service skills. The position offers competitive pay and various benefits including annual leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

20 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

On the job training and progression

Recognition scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Qualifications

• Ability to develop positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver work to a high standard.
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out street cleansing activities across the Eden district.
• Empty litter bins and maintain public areas according to schedule.
• Report accidents and dangerous occurrences promptly.

Skills

Good timekeeping

Customer service

Use initiative

Education

Relevant driving licence

Job description

Are you looking for the right role for you? Then look no further…

Street Cleaner

Hourly Rate: £12.79 per hour

Hours: Rolling 4 days on, 4 days off schedule, including weekends and bank holidays

Location & Postcode: Eden District, CA11 8GU

As a Street Cleaner at FCC Environment, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of public spaces across the Eden district. You will be responsible for carrying out daily street cleansing activities, emptying litter bins, and ensuring all tasks are completed to the highest standard.

This is a full-time position, working a rolling shift pattern.

Our promise to you

• Competitive salary
• 20 days’ annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• On the job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a friend
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership, and more (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Carry out street cleansing activities across the Eden district, working alone or as part of a team
• Empty litter bins and maintain public areas according to schedule
• Check and maintain equipment daily, reporting defects or damage
• Clean vehicles daily and maintain them as per specification
• Report accidents, near-misses, and dangerous occurrences promptly
• Maintain courteous and professional relationships with the public, client staff, and colleagues
• Work a rolling 4 days on, 4 days off pattern, including weekends and bank holidays
• Support other duties as needed, especially during the winter months

What are we looking for?

• Relevant driving licence for the type of vehicle used
• Good timekeeping and a can-do attitude
• Ability to develop positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good command of English and high levels of customer service
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver work to a high standard
• Local knowledge of the area
• Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety and ability to follow procedures
• Willingness to undertake personal development and complete required training

About Us

We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

Operating over 200 facilities across the UK, and employing around 4,200 people, we’re on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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