Street Cleansing Operative

Contract to start ASAP until 12-11-27 with a possible extension.

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Street Cleansing Operative – Nottingham City Council

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Contract: Temporary contract from 16 November 2026 to 12 November 2027

Help Keep Nottingham's Streets Clean, Safe and Presentable

We're recruiting a reliable and hardworking Street Cleansing Operative to join Nottingham City Council, based at Eastcroft Depot.

This is a practical, outdoor role supporting the cleanliness and appearance of streets, public areas and neighbourhoods across Nottingham. You'll work as part of the Council's environmental services team, helping to ensure public spaces are maintained to a high standard and remain safe and welcoming for residents, visitors and local businesses.

About the Role

As a Street Cleansing Operative, you'll carry out a range of street cleansing and environmental maintenance duties across the city.

You'll be expected to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and undertake physically demanding tasks while following health and safety procedures and delivering a professional service to the public.

What you'll be doing:

• Carrying out street cleansing duties across assigned areas, including roads, pavements and public spaces
• Sweeping and removing litter, debris and waste from streets and pedestrian areas
• Emptying public litter bins and disposing of waste appropriately
• Removing fly-tipped waste and other unwanted materials where required
• Using cleansing equipment and tools safely and effectively
• Supporting the removal of leaves, vegetation and other debris from streets and public areas
• Responding to cleansing requests and reported environmental issues
• Helping maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the city
• Reporting damaged equipment, hazards or environmental concerns to supervisors
• Working safely around pedestrians, vehicles and other members of the public
• Following designated routes and work schedules
• Working closely with colleagues and supervisors to ensure cleansing duties are completed efficiently
• Providing a professional and courteous service when dealing with residents and members of the public
• Following Nottingham City Council policies, procedures and health and safety requirements

Requirements

We're looking for a reliable, physically fit and hardworking individual who is comfortable working outdoors and carrying out practical duties.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience in street cleansing, waste management, grounds maintenance, environmental services or a similar outdoor role
• Experience carrying out manual or physically demanding work
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Good awareness of health and safety requirements
• Ability to safely use basic tools and cleansing equipment
• Ability to follow instructions and established work schedules
• A reliable and punctual approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• A practical and proactive approach to completing tasks
• Ability to deal professionally with members of the public
• Flexibility to undertake a variety of cleansing and environmental duties
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Ability to provide relevant references/work history
• Ability to complete any required pre-employment checks

Why Apply

• Long-term temporary opportunity with Nottingham City Council
• Full-time working hours of 37 hours per week
• Practical outdoor role supporting local communities
• Opportunity to help maintain clean and welcoming public spaces
• Work as part of an established Council environmental services team
• Varied duties across different locations within Nottingham
• Opportunity to gain further local authority and environmental services experience

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Company Pension
• Ongoing Agency Support

Additional Information

Client: Nottingham City Council

Location: Eastcroft Depot, London Road, Nottingham, NG2 3AH

Hours: 37 hours per week

Start Date: 16 November 2026

End Date: 12 November 2027

Contract Type: Temporary

Pay Rate: Umbrella: £17.16 per hour

Working Arrangement: Site-based / field-based role

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract

Pay: £17.16 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension

Application question(s):

• Do you have previous experience in street cleansing, waste management, grounds maintenance, environmental services or another physically demanding outdoor role?
• Are you comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and carrying out manual duties?
• Are you able to reliably travel to Eastcroft Depot, London Road, Nottingham, NG2 3AH?
• Are you available to start from 16 November 2026?

Experience:

• Street Cleansing / Waste / Grounds Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
• Outdoor Manual Work: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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