At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a 7.5T road sweeper and keep our streets clean and tidy.
- Company: Join a local authority focused on environmental services in Staines.
- Benefits: Enjoy weekly pay, overtime opportunities, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Temp-to-perm role with long-term career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Must have a full UK 7.5T licence and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 33900 - 37000 £ per year.
We are recruiting reliable and conscientious 7.5T (C1) Sweeper Drivers for a local authority environmental services operation based in Staines. This role involves operating a road sweeper whilst also carrying out manual street cleansing duties to help maintain public areas, town centres and market locations. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term stability with immediate starts available.
Role: 7.5T Sweeper Driver (C1)
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Location: Staines
Hours: 36 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Rotating 2-week rota
PAY
- Standard Rate Basic Hourly Rate: £16.00
- Holiday Pay (Rolled Up): £2.22
- Total Hourly Pay (Inclusive): £18.22
- Overtime: Available during seasonal periods
- Pay Frequency: Weekly
SHIFT PATTERN
- Week 1
- Wednesday Friday: 06:00 AM - 1:30 PM
- Saturday: 06:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Evening Market Duties Wednesday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Week 2
- Monday Thursday: 06:00 AM - 1:30 PM
- Friday: 06:00 AM - 12:00 PM
30-minute unpaid break applies to all shifts except Saturday (Week 1) and Friday (Week 2).
RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES
- Operating a 7.5T road sweeper safely and efficiently
- Maintaining the cleanliness of streets, market areas and public spaces
- Carrying out evening market cleansing duties when required
- Completing daily vehicle safety inspections and reporting defects
- Washing and maintaining the sweeper vehicle to a high standard
- Leaving the vehicle when required to manually remove litter and debris
- Cleaning beneath benches, around street furniture and other hard-to-reach areas
- Carrying out litter picking and general environmental maintenance duties
- Working safely around pedestrians, businesses and market traders
- Following all health & safety procedures and operational guidelines
EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
- Full UK 7.5T (Category C1) Licence
- Valid CPC Card preferred
- Digital Tachograph Card preferred
- Good understanding of vehicle safety and daily vehicle checks
- Reliable, punctual and self-motivated
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual cleaning duties
- Strong awareness of public safety when operating vehicles in busy pedestrian areas
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude
Desirable
- Previous experience operating road sweepers or similar specialist vehicles
- Experience within street cleansing, waste management, environmental services or local authority operations
BENEFITS
- Temp-to-perm opportunity
- Weekly pay
- Overtime available during seasonal periods
- Ongoing training and development
- Long-term career opportunity within a local authority environment
APPLY TODAY
Send us your CV or text your full name and "7.5T SWEEPER STAINES" to 07485 442 284, and one of our team will call you back to arrange your interview.
Road Sweeper Driver employer: Complex Recruitment
Royal Mail is an exceptional employer, offering HGV Class 1 drivers a chance to be part of a trusted national brand while enjoying competitive pay and guaranteed minimum hours. With a strong focus on safety and professionalism, employees benefit from a supportive work culture, flexible shift options, and opportunities for growth within the organisation, all set in a dynamic environment that keeps the UK moving.
