At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a 7.5T road sweeper and keep our streets clean and tidy.
- Company: Join a local authority dedicated to maintaining public spaces.
- Benefits: Earn £16/hour plus holiday pay, with overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a temp-to-perm role with a rotating shift pattern for flexibility.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid C1 driving licence and a commitment to safety.
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 and safety regulations
Road Sweeper Driver in Surrey 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.
