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Full time – 37 hours a week
Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.
Rugby Borough Council,
Street Cleansing Driver-Operative
£25,183 - £27,269 Pay award pending
Full time – 37 hours a week
Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and responsible individual to join our Street Cleansing Services team. As a Street Cleansing Operative, you will help maintain clean and safe public spaces across the Borough of Rugby by performing a range of cleansing duties in accordance with Council specifications.
Key Responsibilities
* Cleanse designated areas of the Borough as directed by the Street Cleansing Contract Officer.
* Carry out tasks such as litter picking, fly-tip removal, emptying and maintaining litter bins, street sweeping, and collection of bulky or clinical waste.
* Ensure all cleansing is performed to the standards set out in Council service specifications.
* Communicate politely and professionally with members of the public.
* Adhere to Health and Safety legislation and the Council’s Safety Policies. Attend required training, including those held outside normal working hours or at external venues.
* Comply with site safety protocols at landfill, waste transfer, and recycling facilities.
* Work collaboratively with team members to ensure a high standard of service. Perform daily PPE inspections and report any issues to the line manager.
* Complete vehicle check sheets and report defects using digital systems (e.g. Web Aspex).
* Maintain responsibility for cleansing equipment and ensure legal and safety documentation is completed accurately and on time.
About You
We are looking for a committed and customer-focused individual with:
* A reliable, conscientious worker with a strong work ethic.
* Ability to follow instructions, work independently and as part of a team.
* Commitment to health and safety standards.
* Willingness to attend training and adapt to operational needs.
* A Full UK Driving Licence (7.5 tonne)
Why Join Us?
Impactful Work: Play a key role in improving local waste management and sustainability.
Career Growth: Opportunities for training and professional development.
Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
If you are passionate about waste management and have the skills to support our commercial waste operations, we’d love to hear from you!
Benefits
* 35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)
* Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
* Annual leave purchase scheme
* Structured Induction Program
* Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes
* Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals
* Family Friendly Policies
* Independent Support for your health & wellbeing
* Generous compassionate leave
* Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more
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