Street Cleaner

FCC Environment Group; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking a Street Cleaner to maintain cleanliness in public spaces across the Eden district. The role involves daily cleansing activities and a full-time schedule with training opportunities. Candidates should possess a relevant driving licence and demonstrate good timekeeping and customer service skills. The position offers 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

Benefits

20 days' annual leave

On-the-job training and progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Gymflex membership

Qualifications

• Relevant driving licence for the type of vehicle used.
• Good command of English and high levels of customer service.
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver work to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Carry out street cleansing activities across the Eden district.
• Report accidents, near-misses, and dangerous occurrences promptly.
• Maintain courteous and professional relationships with the public, client staff, and colleagues.

Skills

Good timekeeping

Can-do attitude

Ability to develop positive relationships

Good command of English

Attention to detail

Local knowledge of the area

Ability to use own initiative

Basic knowledge of Health & Safety

Education

Relevant driving licence

Job description

Base pay range

Hourly Rate: £12.79 per hour

Hours: Rolling 4 days on, 4 days off schedule, including weekends and bank holidays

As a Street Cleaner at FCC Environment, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of public spaces across the Eden district. You will be responsible for carrying out daily street cleansing activities, emptying litter bins, and ensuring all tasks are completed to the highest standard.

This is a full-time position, working a rolling shift pattern.

Our promise to you

• 20 days' annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays
• On the job training and progression
• Refer a friend
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership, and more (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Carry out street cleansing activities across the Eden district, working alone or as part of a team
• Empty litter bins and maintain public areas according to schedule
• Check and maintain equipment daily, reporting defects or damage
• Clean vehicles daily and maintain them as per specification
• Report accidents, near‑misses, and dangerous occurrences promptly
• Maintain courteous and professional relationships with the public, client staff, and colleagues
• Work a rolling 4 days on, 4 days off pattern, including weekends and bank holidays
• Support other duties as needed, especially during the winter months

What are we looking for?

• Relevant driving licence for the type of vehicle used
• Good timekeeping and a can‑do attitude
• Ability to develop positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good command of English and high levels of customer service
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver work to a high standard
• Local knowledge of the area
• Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team
• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety and ability to follow procedures
• Willingness to undertake personal development and complete required training

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us

We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible. Operating over 200 facilities across the UK, and employing around 4,200 people, we’re on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future.

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