Van Driver Cleansing

Pertemps; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the public sector is seeking Van Drivers in Edinburgh to support their waste and cleansing department. The role involves operating a cleansing van, leading a team, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a temporary position with immediate start and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development and training

Role that makes a tangible difference to the community

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain a cleansing department van.
• Lead a small team to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Conduct street cleansing and waste management duties.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Physical fitness

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Pertemps are currently recruiting for Van Drivers for our public sector client to be based in the Edinburgh area supporting a busy waste and cleansing department.

Location: Edinburgh
Hours of Work: 4 days on 4 days off 06.00-17.02 with 45min break
Rate of Pay: £13.48 per hour rising to £15.08 as of 13 weeks
Temporary ongoing work
Immediate start

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain a cleansing department van.
• Lead a small team of operatives to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Conduct street cleansing, litter collection, and waste management duties.
• Allocate tasks to team members effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
• Provide excellent service to the community, representing the department with professionalism and integrity.

Requirements

• A full UK driving licence
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Good organisational and time management abilities.
• Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• A positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset.

What We Offer

• A supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A role that makes a tangible difference to the local community.

If you're ready to contribute to the cleanliness and well-being of Edinburgh, we'd love to hear from you!

How to Apply
Please send your CV directly to this advert