Street Cleansing Driver-Operative

Overview

£25,989 – £28,142

Full time 37 hours a week

Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.

About The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and responsible individual to join our Street Cleansing Services team. As a Street Cleansing Operative, you will help maintain clean and safe public spaces across the Borough of Rugby by performing a range of cleansing duties in accordance with Council specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleanse designated areas of the Borough as directed by the Street Cleansing Contract Officer.
• Carry out tasks such as litter picking, fly-tip removal, emptying and maintaining litter bins, street sweeping, and collection of bulky or clinical waste.
• Ensure all cleansing is performed to the standards set out in Council service specifications.
• Communicate politely and professionally with members of the public.
• Adhere to Health and Safety legislation and the Council’s Safety Policies.
• Attend required training, including those held outside normal working hours or at external venues.
• Comply with site safety protocols at landfill, waste transfer, and recycling facilities.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure a high standard of service.
• Perform daily PPE inspections and report any issues to the line manager.
• Complete vehicle check sheets and report defects using digital systems (e.g. Web Aspex).
• Maintain responsibility for cleansing equipment and ensure legal and safety documentation is completed accurately and on time.

About You

We are looking for a committed and customer-focused individual with:

• A reliable, conscientious worker with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.
• Willingness to attend training and adapt to operational needs.
• A Full UK Driving Licence (7.5 tonne)

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Play a key role in improving local waste management and sustainability.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

If you are passionate about waste management and have the skills to support our commercial waste operations, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Structured Induction Program
• Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes
• Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals
• Family Friendly Policies
• Independent Support for your health & wellbeing
• Generous compassionate leave
• Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more