WB Employment (operating as an employment business) are currently recruiting for Public and Green Spaces Operator to work for our client based in Exeter.
Shift Pattern: Shifts begin between 05.00 and 07.00, finish between 13.00 and 18.00 covering 5 out of 7 days, dependent on the role.
Pay rate: £12.65 per hour
Overtime rate over 37 hours: £18.39 per hour
Bank Holidays: £36.78 per hour
The main purpose of the roles are to undertake cleansing services to keep the city looking good.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
1. To be responsible within an identified area either solo working or as part of a team for: Removing litter and emptying litter bins at regular intervals as demand indicates
Removing small amounts of graffiti, fly post removal, trimming or removing weed growth and cleaning public toilets or car parks, as necessary.
Undertaking basic condition inspections of facilities and reporting any obvious maintenance issues.
Identifying additional reactive work for specialist teams such as grass or hedge cutting, maintenance tasks, mechanical sweeping, tree work, large-scale graffiti removal, hot wash, etc. 2. To report issues adversely affecting the look and feel of the public realm such as damaged street scene or greenspace furniture and signs, fly tipping, stray dogs, abandoned cars, illegal use of council land, etc.
3. To undertake training on the safe use of equipment and safe working practices and to achieve a consistently good performance. To undertake work in a safe and effective manner at all times, following City Council policies and procedures, and to be responsible for your safety and that of the public.
4. To undertake basic recording of information, e.g. play equipment checks, timesheets, daily optimisation sheets.
5. To work flexibly across shift patterns when required to meet the demands of the service.
6. Such other duties relevant to the post and grading relating to the job description overall which may from time to time be deemed appropriate.
The Candidate Reliable and energetic, with a “can- do” attitude.
Ability to lift heavy objects and operate the machinery
Comfortable around motorized equipment
Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Work well in a team environment but also using your own initiative
Driving Licence with no more than 3 points Benefits: Potential for permanent contract after probation period
Uniform provided
Varied job role
Weekly pay
Full training provided across all sections, including car park cleaning, toilet cleaning, City Centre solo sweeping, van routes and deep cleaning so shift start times will vary.
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