Street Cleansing Operative

Overview

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are seeking a reliable Street Cleansing Operative to join their Public Realm team based at Chilton Depot in Sudbury. The role involves practical, physically demanding duties aimed at maintaining cleanliness and safety across various public open spaces and council-managed sites.

Key Duties

• Perform street cleansing services including litter picking, mechanical sweeping, and removing fly-tipped waste across trunk roads and public areas.
• Maintain council-owned countryside sites, local nature reserves, parks, play areas, roadside verges, and housing area open spaces through routine grounds maintenance.
• Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of the districts, contributing to a welcoming environment for residents and visitors.
• Operate or be willing to learn to operate mechanical street cleansing equipment and vehicles.
• Communicate effectively with the public, colleagues, and supervisors while maintaining excellent customer care standards.
• Accurately maintain work records and adhere to health and safety protocols.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in street cleansing or a similar outdoor role is essential.
• Possession of a full driving licence and qualification for towing trailers is required.
• Proactive, flexible, and committed to high standards of service delivery.
• Competent in computer use including email and mobile device handling.
• Understanding of health and safety responsibilities in the workplace.

Working Conditions and Schedule

• Permanent full-time position working 40 hours weekly over five days (Monday to Friday), with weekend work on a rotational basis compensated by time off in lieu.
• Based at Chilton Depot, Alexandra Road, Sudbury (CO10 2XH).

Salary and Benefits

• Annual salary range of £27,694 to £31,022.
• Annual leave starting at 26 days, increasing to 31 days after five years.
• Participation in a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programs, private health care options, and an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
• Paid volunteering days and flexible, hybrid working options subject to business needs.
• Opportunities for learning and personal development.

Additional Information

• The employer is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and may require DBS checks or police vetting.
• The role welcomes applications from full-time, part-time, and job share candidates, assessing all fairly.
• Applicants must submit a fully completed application form and a supporting statement addressing the person specification criteria.