Job profile
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Job details
Job reference: REQ00000017715
Date posted: 03/01/2025
Application closing date: 26/01/2025
Location: KENDAL
Salary: £25,183
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
Job description
Streetcare Operative – WMF1643e
Westmorland and Furness Council
Location: Canal Head Depot, Kendal
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £25,183 (The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and/or working conditions of the role.)
About this opportunity
Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking to employ an enthusiastic and motivated Streetcare Operative at Kendal Depot to deliver within the Street Scene Department and assist in ensuring that the highest standard of services are delivered and maintained for residents in the South Lakeland area. The main duties of the role include collecting and loading on our waste and recycling collection rounds. On occasions, the post holder may be asked to work at other depots or locations, or to carry out other associated work. The nature of the work means that the post holder will come into contact with members of the public, and a polite and helpful approach is essential. The hours of work will be Monday to Thursday 7:00am to 3:00pm and 7:00am to 2:30 pm on Friday. Flexibility is required around these hours to ensure completion of daily workload. Successful candidates will be required to undertake IOSH Working Safely. Full training will be given in the use of any plant or machinery with which the successful candidate may be unfamiliar. This role requires a flexible approach to the work of the Street Scene Department and a high level of commitment to delivering excellent service is essential. Candidates will need to be physically fit and able to carry out the waste collection rounds. They will also need to have good customer skills and a professional attitude as they are representing the Council in the local area.
What can we offer you!
* Excellent training and development offers
* Flexible working opportunities
* Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
* Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
* Competitive rates of pay
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 26th January 2025
Interview date: 3rd January 2025
Safer Recruitment
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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