At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGVs for road sweeping and gully emptying across South Gloucestershire.
- Company: Join South Gloucestershire Council, a team dedicated to community improvement.
- Benefits: Flexible work-life balance, training support, and competitive pay.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team making impactful changes in local communities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid HGV driving licence and physical fitness.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
As Streetworks Lead Operative, you will carry out essential mechanical operations such as road sweeping and gully emptying across South Gloucestershire. We take pride in our innovative approach to service delivery and operate a modern, well maintained fleet of vehicles to support high-quality, efficient work.
It will be your responsibility to carry out HGV driving duties, including operating gully tankers and road sweeping equipment as required. Arriving to work by 7:30am, you will complete daily vehicle and safety checks before travelling to site to carry out the planned tasks for the day. You will ensure all waste is disposed of correctly, in line with duty of care requirements and relevant waste legislation. Throughout the day, you will accurately record activities, report on work progress and carry out basic operator repairs and maintenance, demonstrating a strong attention to detail and commitment to the safe use of machinery and tools. This work involves being outdoors in all weather conditions, often on grass verges, footpaths and in close proximity to traffic, with associated noise and fumes.
It is essential that you hold a full, valid driving licence with a minimum category C/Class 2 entitlement, along with at least 2 years of HGV driving experience. You will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the job role requirements. The role involves extensive walking and requires a good level of physical fitness, with regular manual handling tasks including bending, lifting and carrying.
Depending on duties, weekend or night works may be involved, for which the appropriate enhancement will be paid. Interviews to be held week 13th July 2026.
We know our team work best when they have balance in their lives, and we offer genuine flexibility to help them achieve that work/life balance. What’s special here is the strength of the team ethos, the support and the training. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. 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 planning for the future; building and improving the roads, railways, schools, green spaces, and houses. We're providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained. 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!
Streetworks Lead Operative - HGV - Yate employer: South Gloucestershire Council
At South Gloucestershire Council, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our employees can thrive. As a Streetworks Lead Operative, you will benefit from flexible working arrangements, comprehensive training, and a strong team ethos that values your contributions. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the community while enjoying a rewarding career with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
South Gloucestershire Council Recruitment Team
