๏ธ๐ Cleansing Operative** ๐๐๏ธ
๐ธ Pay: ยฃ13.69 per hour
๐ Location: Carryduff
๐ 37 hours per week working in the HRC sites ๐
Are you passionate about keeping your community clean and safe? ๐โจ Do you enjoy working outdoors and being part of a dynamic team? ๐ช๐ค If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking individual to join our Operational Services Team as a Refuse Collection & Street Cleansing Operative. ๐งน๐ฎ This is your chance to make a real difference in your local area while enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding career. ๐
๐ Overview ๐
As a key member of the Operational Services Team, you will play a vital role in delivering an effective and efficient refuse collection, street cleansing, and amenity collection service. ๐ Youโll be working across various public spaces, ensuring they remain clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone. ๐๏ธ๐ณ
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys variety in their day-to-day tasks, and takes pride in contributing to the community. ๐
๐ ๏ธ Responsibilities ๐ ๏ธ
As a Refuse Collection & Street Cleansing Operative, you will:
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๐ถ Perform a full range of cleansing duties, including litter picking, manual sweeping, and removing litter, dirt, leaves, and debris from roads, pavements, and open spaces.
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๐๏ธ Collect and remove household and commercial waste, bulky items, and illegally dumped waste.
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๐พ Assist with the collection and disposal of dead or fallen animals.
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โ๏ธ Support winter maintenance activities, such as removing ice and snow and spreading salt when required.
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๐ Ensure all tasks are completed according to schedules and at appropriate times.
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๐๏ธ Complete necessary paperwork accurately and report any changes to workloads to the Cleansing Supervisor.
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๐ก๏ธ Comply with all health, safety, and welfare regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
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๐ฃ๏ธ Provide excellent customer care by offering relevant information and assistance to the public.
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โก Attend training sessions and briefings to enhance your skills and knowledge, including first aid training if required.
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๐ข Act as the first point of contact for your crew, relaying instructions and liaising with supervisors as needed.
๐ Qualifications ๐
To succeed in this role, you will need:
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๐ช A strong work ethic and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
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๐ค The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
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๐ฃ๏ธ Good communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
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๐ A willingness to undertake training and adapt to new responsibilities as required.
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โ ๏ธ A basic understanding of health and safety regulations (training will be provided).
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๐ฆ๏ธ Physical fitness to carry out manual tasks in various weather conditions.
โฐ Day-to-Day โฐ
Your day will be varied and active, with tasks including:
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๐ Starting your day at the HRC site and receiving your daily schedule.
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๐ Heading out with your team to collect household and commercial waste.
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๐งน Sweeping streets, picking up litter, and ensuring public spaces are clean and safe.
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โ ๏ธ Responding to reports of illegal dumping or other waste-related issues.
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๐ Completing paperwork and reporting any issues to your supervisor.
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๐ฌ Interacting with members of the public and providing helpful information when needed.
๐ Benefits ๐
We value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:
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๐ A 37-hour workweek with a consistent schedule.
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๐ Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including first aid training.
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๐ค A supportive and friendly team environment.
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๐ช The chance to make a tangible difference in your community.
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๐ก๏ธ Access to all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
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๐ Opportunities for career progression within the organization.
If youโre ready to roll up your sleeves and help keep our community clean and safe, weโd love to hear from you! ๐ผ๐ฌ Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career in public service. ๐
๐ Join us and be a part of something bigger โ making a difference, one clean street at a time