City Cleaning Operative Location: Exeter Type: Temporary ongoing Pay: £12.60 per hour gap personnel are recruiting for Cleaning Operatives in Exeter, Devon. Full UK driving licence is essential for this role. Looking for outdoor work where you stay active and make a real difference? Join our street cleaning and grounds maintenance team in Exeter and help keep public spaces, parks, and streets clean, tidy, and safe. This hands-on operative role is perfect for people who enjoy working outdoors, have a practical mindset, and take pride in keeping the local community looking its best. Why you'll want this job Keep fit on the job: Active, outdoor work instead of sitting behind a desk Good pay: £12.60 per hour for physical, hands-on work Make a visible difference: Help keep Exeter's public spaces clean, tidy, and welcoming Team environment: Supportive colleagues and a shared sense of pride Key duties and responsibilities Street cleaning, litter picking, and emptying bins across public areas, parks, and city streets Grounds maintenance including removing graffiti, clearing weeds, and basic landscaping tasks Refuse and waste collection from public bins and busy areas Cleaning and maintaining public toilets and car parks Reporting fly-tipping, damaged signs, overflowing bins, and other hazards Seasonal grounds support like hedge cutting, tree maintenance, and mechanical sweeping What we're looking for Full UK driving licence (essential) Willingness to work outdoors in all weather Strong work ethic, reliability, and a proactive, can-do attitude Attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards Comfortable working alone and as part of a team Previous experience in cleaning, grounds maintenance, refuse collection, facilities, or similar outdoor work is an advantage but not essential Working hours Start early (between 05:00–07:00) and finish early (usually by 13:00–18:00) 5 days per week on a rota, including some weekend shifts How to apply Click APPLY to upload your CV now, or call us on to find out more. Join the team that keeps Exeter's streets, parks, and public spaces clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.