Green Space and Cleansing Operative | Environmental Operative | Street Cleaning Operative
Exeter | £13.45 per hour | Temporary | Immediate Start | Full-time / Part-time Hours Available
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of Exeter City Council for 6 Green Space and Cleansing Operatives to support local environmental services across Exeter.
This is an excellent opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals looking for an outdoor role helping to maintain clean, safe and welcoming public spaces across the city.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in your work and want to make a positive difference within your local community, we would like to hear from you.
Please note: Applicants are required to have a full, clean manual UK driving licence.
Working Hours
Shift start times between 5am and 7am.
Finish times vary between 1pm and 6pm.
Working 3-5 days out of 7, depending on the role.
Weekend availability for at least one day is preferred.
7.5-hour shifts include a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.
10.5-hour shifts include 1.5 hours of unpaid breaks.
Key Duties
As a Green Space and Cleansing Operative, you'll play an important role in keeping Exeter clean, safe and looking its best.
Your duties will include:
Removing litter and emptying litter bins.
Cleaning public spaces, including car parks and public toilets.
Removing small amounts of graffiti and fly-posting.
Trimming or removing weeds in parks and on roadsides.
Carrying out basic inspections and reporting maintenance issues.
Reporting fly tipping, damaged street furniture, abandoned vehicles and other environmental concerns.
Completing basic paperwork, including inspection records.
Following safe working practices and Exeter City Council procedures at all times.
Training Provided
Successful applicants will receive full training across a variety of cleansing services, including:
City Centre solo sweeping.
Van routes.
Deep cleaning.
Car park cleaning.
Public toilet cleaning.
Requirements
We're looking for people who are:
Reliable and punctual.
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexible with working patterns.
Committed to delivering high standards of cleanliness and customer service.
Hold a full, clean manual UK driving licence.
What We Offer
£13.45 per hour.
Immediate start available.
Full training provided.
Opportunity to work with Exeter City Council.
Varied outdoor role supporting local environmental services.
Interested?
These are urgent vacancies, and we are looking to recruit as soon as possible.
If you're looking for your next role as a Green Space Operative, Cleansing Operative, Environmental Operative, Street Cleaning Operative, Grounds Maintenance Operative or Council Operative in Exeter, apply online today with your up-to-date CV.
For further information, contact the Acorn by Synergie Exeter office.
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