NEAT Team Operative/Driver (Morpeth Partnership)

North East Ambition; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is looking for a Grounds, Public Convenience and Street Cleansing Operative to provide an effective cleansing service. The role requires experience in vehicle checks and CoSHH safety policies, alongside the ability to work outdoors. Offered on a fixed-term basis until 31/03/2026, benefits include 26 days annual leave plus public holidays, with automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme. Weekend availability is essential.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays

Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme for flexible leave

Qualifications

• Must be a trained Grounds, Public Convenience and Street Cleansing Operative.
• Must hold a full driving licence.
• Relevant knowledge of the range of tasks and operation of associated tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide street cleansing and grounds-maintenance service.
• Ensure compliance with predetermined standards and schedules.

Skills

Experience with vehicle checks

Knowledge of CoSHH safety policies

Ability to work outdoors in all weathers

Strength and dexterity for equipment operation

Job description

Role of the Job

You will provide an efficient and effective street cleansing, public convenience and grounds-maintenance service to predetermined standards and in accordance with predetermined schedules.

The working hours are 8am - 4pm (3:30pm on a Friday) and the role is offered on a fixed term basis until 31/03/2026.

Requirements of the Job

• You must be a trained Grounds, Public Convenience and Street Cleansing Operative with experience of carrying out vehicle checks and experience in CoSHH safety policies and will have knowledge of legislation and regulations relating to driving.
• You must hold a full driving licence.
• You must have relevant knowledge of the range of tasks together with the operation of associated tools and equipment.
• You will have the strength, dexterity and co-ordination to deal with plant and operate equipment.
• You must be available to work at weekends.
• Working outdoors in all weathers and traffic conditions.

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)

Further information

Northumberland County Council's vision is “Land of Great Opportunities”. We believe there is no better place to live and work.

Why choose us?

We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:

1. 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
2. Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
3. Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)

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