At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our streets clean and safe by picking litter, weeding, and emptying bins.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on maintaining a pleasant environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy a permanent full-time role with competitive pay and job security.
- Other info: Great opportunity for teamwork and personal development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications needed, just a willingness to learn and work hard.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
- Street Cleansing Operative
- Summary
To carry out general street cleansing works and operations on the highway, maintain a clean, safe, and pleasant environment by emptying public litter bins, manually picking litter, weeding, and sweeping streets and public areas to meet high cleanliness and environmental standards.
Desirable Skills
- Banksman
- First Aid – Emergency First Aid at Work
- Light Plant – LP20 Grass Strimmer (petrol)
- Light Plant – LP25 Leaf Blower
- Light Plant – LP31 Water Pressure Washer
- Lone Working Training
- Manual Handling Training (Pristine Condition)
- NHSS 12D‑T1 MWO
- Site Specific Risk Assessment training
- Sharps awareness
- Specialist Skills
• If involved in weed treatments
- City & Guilds – NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe use of Pesticides
- City & Guilds – NPTC PA1 Foundation Module
- City & Guilds – NPTC PA2 Ground Crop Sprayer Mounted or Trailed
- City & Guilds – NPTC PA2-PA02AR Vehicle Mounted Kerb Sprayer Hydraulic Nozzle and/or Rotary atomizer
- City & Guilds – NPTC PA6 Hand Held Applicator
- City & Guilds – NPTC PA6-PA06A Hand Held Applicator‑Hydraulic Nozzle and/or Rotary atomizer
- Graffiti Removal Training including pressure washer
- WAMITAB Certificate of Competence for Street Cleansing L2
- WAMITAB NVQ L2 Cleaning & Support Services (Highways & Land)
- Bin Lifter Systems – familiarisation
- Bin compactor and Rcv familiarisation
- Conflict Resolution & Breakaway Techniques
- General Competencies
- Work completed to contract performance standards (COPLAR specification and programme).
- Prepared to contribute to and participate fully in team work.
- Prepared to work varying hours to meet the needs of the business.
- Apply skills to a variety of tasks, providing support to others.
- Develop and undertake relevant training and qualifications.
- Complete and submit record sheets, paper or electronic.
- Comply with company policies and procedures.
- Carry out all reasonable management instructions.
- Present a positive image of the company at all times.
- Work safely and be responsible for personal safety and that of others.
- Carry out all required checks of plant, equipment including completion of associated reports.
- Attend out‑of‑office hours emergencies in accordance with any rotas published and within required timescales.
- Assist with winter maintenance activities if required.
- Undergo all necessary training to ensure a level of competency to undertake the tasks assigned.
- Willingly carry out any reasonable task as requested by Management, including street sweeping, weed clearance, graffiti and fly posting removal, and fly tipping removal.
- Competency in understanding the risks associated with streetscene activities including personal hygiene and washing.
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time – 40 hours, Monday to Friday
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Street Cleansing Operative - 156170 in London employer: Ringway London
Ringway Infrastructure Services is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can lead impactful capital projects while prioritising safety and sustainability. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a culture of fairness and inclusion, you'll find ample opportunities for growth and collaboration in the vibrant setting of Kent County Council. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the community while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative atmosphere.
