Street Cleansing & Parks Maintenance Operative

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking candidates for fixed-term roles within their Streetpride Service. Responsibilities include street cleansing and maintenance of parks and open spaces. Applicants should have a professional attitude, physical fitness, and a Category B driving licence. The council values diversity and encourages all applicants, particularly from underrepresented groups, to apply. The position offers a supportive work environment and aims to enhance community safety and cleanliness.

Benefits

Competitive rewards and benefits package

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health and safety in the workplace (incl. PPE).
• Basic knowledge of horticultural operations.
• Ability to operate basic hand and power tools.
• Able to work flexibly across any shift if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and improvement of streets and parks.
• Sweep streets and empty bins.
• Litter-pick grassed areas.
• Drive vehicles and use various grass-cutting machines.

Skills

Reliability

Customer focus

Physical fitness

Ability to work in all weather

Education

Category B manual driving licence

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

A local government authority in the UK is seeking candidates for fixed-term roles within their Streetpride Service. Responsibilities include street cleansing and maintenance of parks and open spaces. Applicants should have a professional attitude, physical fitness, and a Category B driving licence. The council values diversity and encourages all applicants, particularly from underrepresented groups, to apply. The position offers a supportive work environment and aims to enhance community safety and cleanliness.