We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Thurrock to assist with the appointment of a NLGV Driver Operative, on a 6.5-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £14.66 - £19.14 per hour

Summary:

Thurrock Council is seeking an NLGV Driver/Operative – Street Cleansing to support its Clean & Green Services team in maintaining clean, safe and tidy public spaces. The role involves manual and mechanical street cleansing, litter picking, waste removal and operating vehicles and equipment safely.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out manual and mechanical street sweeping, litter picking and removal of graffiti, fly-tipping, leaves and weeds.
• Empty litter and dog waste bins and safely collect and dispose of hazardous waste.
• Operate vehicles, sweepers and hand tools safely in accordance with training and health and safety procedures.
• Complete daily work schedules, vehicle checks and accurate work records using digital or paper-based systems.
• Work independently and collaboratively with other teams to maintain clean public spaces and deliver an excellent service to residents.

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence, including Category B.
• Willingness to undertake physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Clear communication skills and basic digital literacy to use handheld or in-cab systems.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and health and safety requirements.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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