At a Glance
- Tasks: Help keep South Gloucestershire clean by collecting litter and removing bulky waste.
- Company: Join a supportive team at South Gloucestershire Council making a real community impact.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, wellbeing support, and staff discounts on various services.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to improving community wellbeing.
- Why this job: Work outdoors, stay active, and contribute to a cleaner environment for everyone.
- Qualifications: Full driving licence and physical fitness for outdoor work required.
The predicted salary is between 29320 - 35836 £ per year.
How you'll make a difference As part of a vital frontline service, you will play an important role in helping to keep South Gloucestershire a clean, safe and attractive for residents, businesses and visitors.
Working as part of a dedicated team, you will carry out a range of street cleansing duties, including litter collection cleansing of public spaces and the removal of bulky waste.
Working outdoors in all weather conditions, you will maintain public areas to help improve the local environment and community wellbeing.
What you will be doing Carrying out street cleansing duties, you will be responsible for collecting litter, clearing spaces of land and removing bulky waste.
Working outside in all weathers on verges, footpaths, roadways and other outdoor environments, you will assist in the removal of waste, control weed growth and remove graffiti.
You may be working on high-speed roads and occasionally working in unpleasant and hazardous environments.
To ensure your health and safety, you will adhere to strict guidelines complying with all appropriate legislation, including instructions relating to waste disposal in force at that time.
Depending on duties, weekend and night-time work may be involved, for which the appropriate enhancement will be paid.
What we need from you You must have a full driving licence to at least category B for manual transmission vehicles and you will need to be competent to drive vehicles up to maximum 3500kg MAM.
Given the elements of the role, you need to be physically fit and able to work outdoors in weather through the year – this job involves extensive walking and frequent manual handling tasks.
You will have the ability to read and follow written works instructions, read maps and complete paper records.
What you need to know Interviews will be held 10 September 2026.
How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different What’s special here is the strength of the team ethos, the support and the training.
As part of our benefits package you will receive generous annual leave , employee wellbeing support and you will have access to a range of staff discounts, including eye tests, travel, shopping and leisure activities.
We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work.
Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here.
We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of We're working with the most vulnerable in our community to help them achieve what they want in life We're investing in our schools to ensure every child and young person in South Gloucestershire achieves their full potential.
We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference.
We’re making a difference, be part of it!
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StreetCare Operative in Bristol employer: South Gloucestershire Council
South Gloucestershire Council is an excellent employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will benefit from flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave, and a supportive work culture that values collaboration and positive change. Join us in a role where your contributions directly impact the community and foster meaningful growth.
Contact Details:
South Gloucestershire Council Recruitment Team
