Street Scene - Operative

I am currently recruiting for a Street Scene Operative on behalf of my client, a leading public sector organisation based in Doncaster (DN5). 

You will be part of a multi- disciplinary team who carry out grounds maintenance and cleansing duties throughout the borough in line with current Health and Safety legislation. This post has a primary function for Street Cleansing

Duties of the street scene operative include:

• To ensure streets and public areas are maintained appropriate to their needs and designed maintenance and improvement programmes in line with service standards and the benefit of the residents of Doncaster.
• Carry out general duties, working outside in all weathers and undertake tasks allocated appropriate to seasonal working arrangements and any emergency call-out situation.
• To have a high impact within the neighbourhoods and communities of Doncaster whilst being a service request point of contact for customers, dealing directly with enquiries ensuring good customer relationships. 
• Undertake additional multi skilled tasks within the other service areas as required to meet the demands on the service, helping to ensure a year round service is maintained.
• To work safely using the appropriate available equipment including mobile technology and report any occurrences/conditions to the line manager that are considered to be unsafe including activities, accidents, hazards, vehicles, machinery and equipment defects.
• To participate in  standby arrangements including winter maintenance and 24/7 standby cover. 

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Knowledge of legislation relating to health and safety requirements of the post
• Knowledge and experience in the use of a variety of horticultural and street cleansing equipment
• Full driving licence
• Use of IT systems
• Experience of customer facing service delivery
• Willing to undertake further training to enhance skills within role

This is a full time post, 37 hours per week Monday-Friday, with a pay rate of £10.75 per hour (PAYE). 

Please apply today for a chance of an immediate interview! 

What Reed can offer you as a temporary employee:

• A dedicated consultant who will act as your key point of contact during and between any  bookings
• Secure & online time sheet system which is quick and easy to use
• A self-service portal to access holiday requests/ Payslips/ P45 at your own leisure 
• A dedicated payroll team 
• Access to free training
• Access to discount club/ healthcare/ reed rewards
• Pension /paid holiday scheme/ maternity benefits
• Contacts for other Reed consultants and divisions
• Opportunities to work with some of the UKs leading employers including local authorities, NHS and local SME's