Environmental Maintenance Operative
- Field: Public Sector
- Deadline: 2026-01-25 02:01
- Tameside, Greater Manchester
Role 1 Hours of work Monday to Saturday with a Wednesday off in the week - 36 hours
Role 2 Hours of work Monday to Friday - 36 hours
Will need to be physically fit, the job will include a lot of walking, working outdoors in all weathers and general street cleansing duties.
Main Duties and Responsibilities include:
Litter picking
Emptying littler bins
Low level Graffiti removal
Low level Fly tipping removal
Removal of dead animals/syringes
Assist in staging various events
Use of a range of hand/tools small machinery, including back pack blowers The duties may vary from time to time without changing the nature of the post or the level of responsibility, and the post holder may also be required to carry out any other duties appropriate to the grading of the post
Your essential skills, knowledge and experience
Experience of environmental maintenance tasks relevant to the work of the post
Able to quickly learn new tasks and to follow instruction
Able to use small hand tools and equipment safely, efficiently and skilfully
Able to show initiative to tackle new tasks, quickly, effectively and with a high standard of workmanship
Able to work with others co-operatively and effectively to deliver high quality work
Able to work under pressure and to high standards in terms of time and work quality
Able to work outdoors and in all weather conditions with appropriate protective clothing/equipment providing it is safe to carry out such duties
To maintain competency and knowledge for the work of the post by undergoing training and development, e.g. on the job or external training courses. Where relevant to achieve and maintain appropriate qualifications, e.g. driving licences, certificates of competency, etc.
To ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with established safety procedures and to report defects or safety concerns identified to senior managers or supervisors
To carry all work with the highest of standards of behaviour and conduct, reflecting the importance of the role as an ambassador for the Borough and the Council. In particular, to respond courteously and professionally to enquiries from members of the public, other Council Officers, Elected Members, etc.
To ensure that all resources used, e.g. equipment, machinery and vehicles are kept safe and in good order and are not exposed to the risk of loss, damage or theftIf you have the following experience or qualifications - then that's great!
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£13.01 to start increasing after 12 weeks
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