Street Cleaning Operative

Full time Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 21/04/2026

City Burntwood

Province Staffordshire

Postal Code WS7

3 Month Contract With A Local A Local Authority

Job Purpose:

To deliver high-quality street cleansing and environmental maintenance services, ensuring public spaces are clean, safe, and well-maintained. The role supports a wide range of operational services, contributing to environmental standards and community wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out street cleansing duties including litter picking and maintaining public spaces
• Undertake street weed and vegetation control activities
• Remove fly tipping and assist with site clearance and tidy-up works
• Perform graffiti removal and support environmental improvement tasks
• Conduct play area inspections and report maintenance issues
• Assist with bulky item collection services
• Operate mechanical sweeping equipment where required
• Support grounds maintenance services, including grass cutting, hedge maintenance, and seasonal works
• Assist with domestic and commercial waste collections, including bin delivery and removal of waste
• Ensure all tasks are completed in line with health and safety regulations and service standards

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence (essential) with no more than 3 penalty points
• Experience in street cleansing, waste management, or grounds maintenance is desirable
• Ability to undertake physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, flexible, and responsive to ad hoc shift patterns

Additional Information:

• Contract Type: Ad hoc (shifts issued weekly via text message on Fridays)
• Hours: Up to 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 4 days per week with 1 rest day)
• Location: Clean & Green Environmental Depot, Brownhills, WS7 8EN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 3 months with potential to extend