Cleansing Operative with Driving Duties (Public Sector) VANRATH are excited to be working closely to support with the role of a Cleansing Operative with Driving Duties for a well established client within the local authority. This is initially a 3 month assignment, with possible extension Responsibilities Carry out a full range of duties within the general cleansing service to include litter picking, manual sweeping and collection, removal and disposal of litter/dirt/leaves etc. from public places such as roads, pavements and open spaces. Carry out a full range of duties within the general refuse collection service to include collection / removal of household and commercial waste, bulky amenity collections, removal of illegal / indiscriminate dumping waste and collection / disposal of dead and fallen animals. Ensure all duties/day's tasks are carried out according to schedules and at appropriate times. Assist with completing all necessary paperwork in the correct format and on the correct forms. Notify Cleansing Supervisor of any changes to work load and reasons for same. Comply with all Company policies and statutory regulations including all requirements under Health, Safety and Welfare at work legislation and all current road traffic regulations (this will include use of personal protection equipment, clothing and company mobile phones). Provide a high level of Customer care at all times and provide customers with relevant information as required. Undertake any training identified as necessary to meet the requirements of the post including first aid training if required. Job holders are reasonably expected to attend briefings/meetings relevant to their role and work practices as an inherent part of their core responsibility. Carry out a range of driving duties appropriate to the license held, to include refuse collection vehicles, street cleansing vehicles and general commercial vehicles as required. Required to carry out general duties within the general cleansing service and refuse collection service to meet the service needs as required plus any other related duties as directed by the Cleansing Supervisor. When undertaking driving duties be responsible for vehicles and passengers in accordance with the Company's Driver's Handbook and be responsible for completion of all relevant checks and paperwork. Responsible for the supervision of up to five cleansing operatives on a daily basis to ensure the completion of daily tasks/works as directed. Ideal Candidate It is essential that applicants have a minimum of: 2 years' relevant experience to include; Experience of on road driving a large vehicle e.g.3.5 - 26 tonnes. Experience of keeping official records Experience in Waste Collection/ Street Cleansing or a relevant related field. 1 years team leader experience in a similar role Knowledge of waste reception, removal, storage and sorting. Knowledge of health and safety guidelines. Knowledge and understanding of route plans and maps and the ability to undertake basis calculations A full current driving licence (must include category C) valid in the UK Hold a valid CPC card Basic AccessNI clearance will be needed. Remuneration Circa £27,186 plus pension & holiday pay For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector jobs in Lisburn or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chris Haddock. IND02 Follow VANRATH on LinkedIn for: Expert career advice. The latest Top Jobs. Industry News. And much more Skills: Cleansing Operative Street Cleansing LGV Driver HGV Driver Public Sector