Street Cleansing Driver | Sweep & Safeguard Public Spaces

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington Blake Recruitment is seeking a Street Cleansing Operative/Driver to help keep Borough streets clean and safe. You will drive non-LGV vehicles, operate street sweepers, and handle waste disposal and record-keeping.

The role involves outdoor work in varying weather, following health and safety guidelines and working with colleagues to meet schedules. Flexibility for unsociable hours and bank holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Valid Category B driving licence.
• Experience driving non-LGV vehicles.
• Experience using mechanical street cleansing equipment.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance.
• Able to follow cleaning standards and safety procedures.
• Flexible approach to hours and locations across the Borough.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Willingness to learn new systems and training.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a range of non-LGV vehicles, including street sweepers up to 3,500kg GVW.
• Carry out street cleansing: litter picking, manual and mechanical sweeping.
• Remove graffiti, fly-tipping, weeds and debris from public spaces.
• Empty litter/dog waste bins and manage disposable waste.
• Safely collect and dispose hazardous waste per procedure.
• Operate hand tools for area maintenance.
• Complete scheduled and reactive cleansing tasks to standards.
• Perform basic vehicle/equipment checks and report defects.
• Follow health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Work independently and with colleagues to deliver cleansing services.
• Maintain records and use scheduling/reporting systems.
• Work flexibly including unsociable hours/bank holidays.

Skills

Cat B Licence

Non-LGV driving

Sweepers experience

Vehicle maintenance

Safety compliance

Flexible hours

Teamwork

Training willingness

Job description

Carrington Blake Recruitment is seeking a Street Cleansing Operative/Driver to help keep Borough streets clean and safe. You will drive non-LGV vehicles, operate street sweepers, and handle waste disposal and record-keeping.

The role involves outdoor work in varying weather, following health and safety guidelines and working with colleagues to meet schedules. Flexibility for unsociable hours and bank holidays is required.