Driver/Operative - Building Services & Maintenance

Join Our Street Cleansing Team as a Driver/Operative in Newport!
Location: Newport (Street Cleansing Area)
Contract: Full-Time (37 hours/week, 12 weeks)
Start Date: 02/05/2025
End Date: Late July 2025
Hours: 07:00–15:00 (Mon–Thu), 07:00–14:30 (Fri), with potential shifts between 06:00–18:00
Pay Rate: £12.59/hour (PAYE) or £15.99/hour (Limited/Umbrella)

Are you ready to keep Newport’s streets clean and vibrant? Newport City Council is seeking a dedicated Driver/Operative to join our Street Cleansing team for a 12-week project. If you’re enthusiastic about public service, enjoy working outdoors, and take pride in making a difference, this is your chance to shine!

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Why Join Us?

• Community Impact: Help maintain Newport’s clean and welcoming streets, enhancing the city for residents and visitors.
• Dynamic Role: Combine driving, cleansing tasks, and team supervision in a varied, hands-on position.
• Supportive Environment: Work under experienced supervisors in a team-focused, public-serving department.
• Flexible Hours: Structured shifts with the opportunity to work weekends, bank holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Purposeful Work: Contribute to Newport’s commitment to environmental excellence and public safety.

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What You’ll Do
As a Driver/Operative, you’ll:

• Complete daily street cleansing tasks as per the Contract specification and Daily Route Schedules.
• Drive Council vehicles safely, adhering to the Driver Handbook, Road Traffic Regulations, and Health and Safety guidelines.
• Supervise Cleansing Operatives when working together, ensuring efficient and high-quality task completion.
• Wear provided Council uniform, protective clothing, and footwear, maintaining a professional appearance.
• Report incidents, accidents, or equipment faults promptly to supervisors.
• Attend training courses as instructed to enhance your skills and compliance.
• Engage with the public, supervisors, and client officers, demonstrating excellent customer care.
• Work a rostered shift pattern, including weekends, bank holidays, and extra-statutory days, as required.

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Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking candidates who are:

• Licensed: Hold a current, full UK driving licence (essential).
• Knowledgeable: Familiar with the Newport City area and the demands of public sector work (essential).
• Experienced (Desirable): Have experience in refuse or cleansing services and/or supervisory roles.
• Skilled: Able to work independently, meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and demonstrate strong customer care skills.
• Physically Fit: Capable of considerable walking, bending, lifting, and carrying during cleansing duties.
• Adaptable: Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions and follow a rostered shift pattern, including weekends and holidays.
• Enthusiastic: Self-motivated, positive, and committed to personal development and serving the public.
• Team-Oriented: A collaborative team player with a flexible approach and a passion for improving performance.

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What We Offer

• Competitive pay: £12.59/hour (PAYE) or £15.99/hour (Limited/Umbrella).
• A 12-week contract with clear objectives to keep Newport’s streets clean and safe.
• The opportunity to drive and operate in a vital public service role.
• A supportive team environment with guidance from experienced supervisors.
• A chance to engage with the community and contribute to Newport’s environmental goals.

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How to Apply
Ready to hit the streets and make Newport sparkle? Submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience, enthusiasm for public service, and why you’re perfect for this role.