Details:
- Salary: £15.16 - Hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: RM20 West Thurrock Borough of Thurrock
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles.
Our client in Thurrock is looking for a reliable and hardworking NLGV Driver-Operative – Street Cleansing to join its Clean & Green Services team. This is a hands-on, outdoor role involving street cleaning, manual labour and driving non-LGV vehicles to help maintain clean, safe and attractive public spaces across Thurrock.
Key Responsibilities For a NLGV Driver Operative- Street Cleansing:
* Carry out street cleaning, litter picking and manual street sweeping across roads, footpaths, car parks and residential areas.
* Drive and operate non-LGV vehicles under 3,500kg GVW, including small mechanical sweepers.
* Remove graffiti, flyposting, fly-tipping, leaves and weeds.
* Empty litter and dog waste bins and assist with the safe removal of waste and other debris.
* Operate equipment such as blowers, strimmer’s and other cleaning tools, where trained and authorised.
* Complete daily vehicle and equipment checks and report any defects.
* Maintain accurate records of completed work, timesheets and daily tasks.
* Follow health and safety procedures and wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
* Work independently when required and collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an efficient street cleansing service.
Working hours for the NLGV Driver Operative- Street Cleansing: 7am - 3pm Monday - Friday
Requirements for the NLGV Driver Operative -Street Cleansing:
* Full Category B driving licence.
* Experience driving non-LGV vehicles.
* Ability to carry out physically demanding manual work outdoors in all weather conditions.
* Experience using, or the ability to operate, small mechanical equipment such as sweepers.
* Good communication skills and basic digital literacy.
* A reliable, flexible and safety-conscious approach to work.
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
* Previous experience as a Street Cleansing Operative.
* Knowledge of street cleansing
* standards and relevant equipment knowledge