Markets Operatives required on behalf of Walsall Council.
This is an excellent opportunity for hardworking and reliable individuals to join the Markets Team, supporting the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and presentation of markets across the borough.
This role involves a variety of outdoor, hands‑on duties and requires candidates who are comfortable undertaking physical work in all weather conditions.
Working Hours – Split shifts.
- Part‑time hours – unpaid lunch
- Working days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
- Early starts, typically between 4:00am and 6:00am
- Wednesday shifts generally begin between 4:00am and 5:00am, finishing on site between 4:00pm and 5:00pm (subject to operational requirements)
- Approximately 6 to 7 hours per day
- Weekly rotas will be provided directly by Walsall Council
Key Responsibilities
- Setting up and dismantling market stalls
- Moving and positioning bins across market sites
- Litter picking and maintaining clean market environments
- Engaging professionally with market traders and members of the public
- Reporting issues and updates to the Team Leader and Market Operational Manager
- Spreading grit and rock salt during icy weather conditions
- Supporting the upkeep of market infrastructure
- Cleaning stalls, bins, compounds and communal areas
- Carrying out basic weeding and general site maintenance
- Assisting with the smooth operation of market activities
Essential Skills & Experience
- Previous experience undertaking manual or physical work
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and temperatures
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Access to your own vehicle for travel between sites
- Business insurance for use of your own vehicle during work‑related travel
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Confidence when engaging with traders and members of the public
- Ability to represent Walsall Council professionally
- Ability to use basic hand tools and equipment
- Reliable, flexible and willing to undertake early morning starts
Additional Information
- Applicants must be aged 18 years or over
- Candidates must be able to reliably travel to site locations
- References will be required before employment can commence
- Successful candidates will be required to attend an in‑person interview at either the depot or Civic Centre
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