Street Cleansing Operative needed in Llanelli, £12.18ph PAYE – Reference: RQ1395480
Undertake either individually or as a member of a team, duties concerned with the sweeping, collection and removal of litter, dirt, leaves and weeds from public spaces (including roads, pavements, and shopping precincts).
These duties will require the use and operation of the usual range of associated tools and equipment.
1. The lifting, manoeuvring, sorting, and returning of a full range of refuse containers (e.g. household bins, plastic sacks, wheelie bins, orange sacks) ensuring that refuse is collected at all times. In addition, collecting illicit tipping when required and litter picking in designated areas as directed by the controller/supervisor. Being fully conversant with the operation of any fitted power mechanism and assisting the driver in safe manoeuvring of the vehicle on the round and at tip locations thereby avoiding any hazards.
2. When required, to drive the vehicle if applicable, reporting all defects, and ensuring that the Road Traffic Act is adhered to at all times. Transport and supervise the crew, ensuring the best operational relationships between the service and members of the public. Drive and be responsible for any allocated vehicle and/or plant, including the cleansing and routine maintenance of the vehicle/plant and any power mechanism fitted to the vehicle.
3. Liaising with the Refuse Supervisor/Area Controller on a daily basis in order to report any operational problems (call backs/missed collections/spillages/litter problem areas/Landfill etc).
4. Ensure that work is undertaken in accordance with the Departmental Health and Safety Policy and procedures including risk management principles to include relevant Safe Systems of Work and the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974).
5. To assist with other duties within the refuse and cleansing section, associated with street cleansing, as and when required to enable the service to react effectively.
This is a full-time role on a temporary contract basis.
If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively, you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
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