Streetscene Operative 2

Wrexham County Borough Council; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave up to 32 days

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Wrexham County Borough Council is recruiting a Streetscene Operative 2 to maintain highways, open spaces and Council land. You will perform manual and skilled tasks across highway maintenance, grounds maintenance, cleansing, waste collection and environmental operations, working as part of the Streetscene team.

The role requires a full driving licence, physical fitness, ability to operate plant and machinery, and a commitment to health and safety.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid driving licence (Class 2/Class 1 or C, C1+E)
• Be able to read and write and follow operational procedures
• Capable of undertaking physically demanding work
• Able to operate and maintain a range of plant and machinery
• Experience in highways/grounds maintenance, cleansing services, waste management or civil engineering
• Understand health and safety requirements in maintenance
• Skilled in at least two maintenance disciplines such as construction, horticulture, recycling or waste operations
• Good communication and ability to work with colleagues, supervisors and the public
• Able to organise and prioritise work and show a self-motivated approach
• Willing to undertake relevant training to support development

Responsibilities

• Carry out manual and skilled work on the public highway and Council-owned land under supervision
• Undertake operational duties in highway maintenance, verge/open space maintenance, cleansing, refuse and recycling collection
• Drive HGV on scheduled and non-scheduled routes
• Operate and maintain vehicles, plant, machinery and equipment safely
• Assist with supervision and checking of colleagues on small schemes
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping
• Work with colleagues to deliver efficient frontline services
• Provide a professional service when dealing with the public and road users
• Attend training to enhance knowledge and skills

Skills

Full driving licence

Read & write

Physically demanding

Plant & machinery operation

Highways/grounds maintenance

Health & safety knowledge

Teamwork

Organise & prioritise work

Education

Experience in maintenance environment

Job description

Streetscene Operative 2
The Streetscene Operative 2 plays an important role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety and appearance of highways, open spaces and Council-owned land across the County Borough. As part of the Environment Department's Streetscene team, you will help deliver a wide range of frontline services including highway maintenance, grounds maintenance, cleansing, refuse and recycling collection, and environmental operations.

This is a skilled operational role suited to individuals with experience in maintenance, grounds maintenance, waste management, environmental services or civil engineering environments who are looking to further develop their skills and experience. Working as part of a team, you will undertake a variety of manual and skilled duties to help maintain and improve the local environment.

What you'll be doing

As a Streetscene Operative 2, you will:

• Carry out manual and skilled work on the public highway and other Council-owned land under the direction of the Area Co-ordinator.
• Undertake operational duties in service areas including:
  • Highway maintenance
  • Verge and open space maintenance
  • Cleansing services
  • Refuse and recycling collection services.
• HGV driving on scheduled and non-scheduled routes.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, plant, machinery and equipment safely and effectively when authorised and trained to do so.
• Assist with the supervision and checking of colleagues working on small operational schemes.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping at all times.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver efficient and effective frontline services.
• Provide a professional service when dealing with members of the public and road users.
• Attend training and development activities to maintain and enhance your knowledge and skills.

What we're looking for

We're looking for reliable and committed individuals who have practical experience and take pride in delivering high-quality work.

You will:

• Hold a full driving licence (Class 2/class1 or C, C1+E)
• Be able to read and write and follow operational procedures.
• Be capable of undertaking physically demanding work.
• Be able to operate and maintain a range of plant and machinery.
• Have experience in highways maintenance, grounds maintenance, cleansing services, waste management, civil engineering or a similar operational environment.
• Have an understanding of health and safety requirements within maintenance and operational services.
• Be skilled in at least two maintenance disciplines, such as construction, horticultural work, recycling or waste operations.
• Have good communication skills and be able to work effectively with colleagues, supervisors, managers and members of the public.
• Be able to organise and prioritise work effectively.
• Demonstrate a positive and self-motivated approach to work.
• Be willing to undertake relevant training to support your development.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Hold an up-to-date Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) and Digital Tachograph, and experience in at least two areas of maintenance work i.e. skilled construction work, horticulture, recycling and refuse work would be beneficial, but is not essential as full training will be provided.

About Us

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The County Borough of Wrexham, located in North East Wales, is proud of its Welsh heritage and cultural identity. Over the years it has grown to reflect a population that is multi-religious and multi-ethnic and complements the diversity of our communities.

Centred on the city of Wrexham, which nestles between the Welsh mountains and the Cheshire plains, it’s a location that really can offer you the best of both worlds and we are proud of our city status (awarded in 2022 when we became the seventh city in Wales).

Wrexham County Borough Council is a unitary Council which delivers a wide range of services aimed at improving the lives of Wrexham residents and surrounding communities. We are committed to providing services through collaboration with local and national partners. With a focus on sustainable development, community wellbeing, and improving the lives of Wrexham residents and surrounding communities, Wrexham is a fantastic place to work, live, and learn.

The council is an inclusive employer with a workforce of around 5,500, offering diverse roles, training and development and rewarding career opportunities. Wrexham County Borough Council values innovation, bilingualism in English and Welsh, and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, the council ensures accessible recruitment and support for disabled employees including offering a guaranteed interview (where essential person specification items are met). Additionally, veterans will receive guaranteed interviews under the Armed Forces Covenant if eligibility criteria are met (where essential person specification items are met).

Employee benefits include:

• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous annual leave up to 32 days
• Family-friendly policies supporting caring and family commitments
• Work-life balance and flexi time (dependent on role)
• Access to Wrexham Reward Scheme with discounts off leading retailers nationally and locally
• Health & well-being resources, for example:
  • Healthy & Wellbeing Champions
  • Employee assistance programme with advice on staying healthy financially, mentally or physically:
    • Counselling (available 24/7, 365 days a year)
    • In-the-moment emotional support (available 24/7, 365 days a year)
    • Option to set health-boosting goals with small, sustainable lifestyle changes
    • Connect health apps to track physical health and meet progress goals
    • Blogs, videos, recipes and more resources providing inspiration and motivation
    • Identify risks of developing leading lifestyle-related diseases with mental health and financial scores
    • Legal, financial and consumer advice
  • Health and wellbeing events and campaigns throughout the year (e.g., November Health Day, Time to Talk Day, Mental Health Awareness Week, Sun Awareness Week, Menopause Week, Financial Health Week)
  • Menopause Café and guidance
  • Unpaid Carer Café and guidance