LES Operative 2

Glasgow Loves Christmas; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Glasgow is seeking three LES Operative 2s for their Nightshift Streetscene Team. This full-time position involves assisting with general maintenance duties across the city, including highways and parks. Candidates should have good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. The role offers a package that includes a competitive salary, annual leave, pension scheme, and additional payments for non-standard working hours. If you're looking for a dynamic role within the community, this position may be for you.

Benefits

182 hours paid annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Occupational Sickness Pay

Staff Benefit Scheme

Life and Personal Accident Insurance

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively with the public and team members.
• Ability to operate equipment is advantageous.
• No formal qualifications required; full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general maintenance of highways and open spaces.
• Work in a team handling various tasks.
• Be prepared to work at any depot location as required.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to deal with the public

Teamwork

Experience in labouring

Job description

# LES Operative 2 (Nightshift)(3 Posts)Ref no:: GLA14782Published:: 16/01/2026Closes:: 01/02/2026Location:: Polmadie Depot, 425 Polmadie Rd, Glasgow City, G42 0PJSalary:: £36,713.10 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 37 hours per week## Job DescriptionAn opportunity has arisen within Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability for 3 LES Operative 2s to join our Nightshift Streetscene Team on a permanent basis.NRS brings together a diverse range of Glasgow City Council operational, technical and development services that focus on sustainable transport, place making and delivering essential city services.If you’re interested in working within a service that touches on all aspects within the city, please read on.**Position Details**Duties will involve assisting with the delivery of a range of tasks covering the general maintenance of highways, properties, open spaces, inland waterways, and parks. You will also assist higher graded operatives / tradesmen with more skilled work.Good communication skills, an ability to deal with the public and work within a team are essential. Previous experience of labouring and operating equipment is advantageous although full training will be provided. The location is city-wide, and candidates must be prepared to work at any Depot location as required.Further details regarding what this role entails are noted within the Role Profile for the post, whilst the Person Specification document confirms the key competencies you are required to demonstrate in your application.**Contract Details**Weekly Hours: 37 per weekWork Pattern: 4 on, 4 off rota working 7pm – 7amAnnual Salary: £24,611.10Additional Payments: In addition to the annual salary the role attracts an annual non-standard work pattern/hours (NSWPH) payment of £10,930 plus an annual working context & demand (WCD) payment of £1,172.**Key Pre-Employment Information**As part of the pre-employment checks for this post the successful candidate will require to undergo a pre-employment online medical questionnaire.**Benefits of working with us**Glasgow City Council employees have access to a wide-ranging and generous benefits package. If you’re successful in your job application, you’ll have access to these benefits which include:* 182 hours paid annual leave, rising to 203 hours after 5 years’ service *(pro rata to shift pattern and start point in year)** 5 hours paid public holidays each year *(pro rata to shift pattern and start point in year)** Local government pension scheme* Life and Personal Accident Insurance* Occupational Sickness Pay* Staff Benefit Scheme* Glasgow Credit UnionFor guidance on completing your application, and to view other benefits on offer for employees of Glasgow City Council, please visit the following link: .## Application PacksWe want everyone to be able to apply. If you need the Application Pack in another format, like Braille, large print, or another language, please call us on 0141 287 1054.If we need to post it to you, we’ll send it by second-class mail within three working days. Please allow enough time to complete and return your application before the closing date. If you think you might need more time because of accessibility needs, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.There are also a number of Accessibility Tools compatible with the myjobscotland website which may assist you with your application. More information on these can be found at https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/accessibility-statement.## Further Information**Please note that Glasgow City Council is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see**For further information about working for us please refer to our website## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement