About Us East Staffordshire Borough Council takes its role as Principle Litter Authority seriously and the Street Cleaning team is proud of their achievements in keeping the highways, footpaths and open spaces of the Borough clean and tidy. The team uses a variety of techniques to tackle the problems associated with litter, detritus, dog fouling, graffiti and weed killing, including both mechanical and manual sweeping. The Role We are now looking to recruit an enthusiastic Street Cleaning Operative to join our current team. The role involves the manual cleaning of highways and public open spaces, including the removal of fly tipping and the collection of waste from litter bins. The use of a held-held device to check workflow demands and to record cleanliness levels is also required. Key Requirements The successful candidate must share our desire to make a difference to the environment and be proactive in their approach to keeping the Borough clean. You will be required to work outdoors in all weathers and have to walk long distances. Skills and Experience Previous experience of working in the waste sector would be advantageous, including manual handling activities. Additional Information On occasion, there is a requirement to work overtime on Public and Bank Holidays and some weekends to ensure the provision of an efficient and effective public service. This is your opportunity to join an essential front-facing service with a good reputation and a strong desire to perform at the highest level. Hours of Work: 37 hours per week Monday - Thursday:- 7 am to 3pm Friday:- 7 am to 2.30 pm (with half an hour unpaid break each day) Attached documents 240605 JD Street Cleaning Operative WA0607.docx