Street Cleansing Operative

Job Advert: Street Cleansing Operative – Newport
Location: Telford Street, Newport, NP19 0ES, United Kingdom
Start Date: 09 June 2025
Duration: 52 Weeks
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday–Thursday: 7:30am–3:30pm, Friday: 7:30am–3:00pm)
Rate: PAYE: £12.18 per hour | Umbrella: £15.44 per hour

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Street Cleansing Operative to join our Waste & Cleansing team in Newport. Working under the supervision of the Contract Assistant Manager (Refuse & Cleansing) and Supervisors, you will undertake street cleansing duties to maintain the cleanliness of Newport’s public spaces in line with contract specifications and daily route schedules. This role requires a commitment to health and safety and delivering excellent public service.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete daily street cleansing tasks as per contract specifications and daily route schedules.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations, including wearing Council-issued uniform, protective clothing, and footwear.
• Take reasonable care of personal and others’ safety, cooperating with managers/supervisors to meet statutory health and safety duties, and report incidents, accidents, or faults.
• Attend training courses when instructed.
• Undertake street cleansing duties as directed by the Contract Assistant Manager (Refuse & Cleansing) or Supervisors.
• Engage with members of the public professionally.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential: Knowledge of the Newport City area.
• Desirable:
  
  • Experience in a refuse/cleansing environment.
  • Understanding of public sector demands/requirements.
  • Current, full UK driving licence.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to work independently and as a good team player.
• Capability to meet targets and deadlines, prioritising and managing competing demands.
• Strong customer care skills and enthusiasm for serving the public.
• Self-motivated with a confident, positive attitude.
• Commitment to improving personal performance and willingness to learn new skills.
• Understanding and willingness to promote Newport City Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Supervision Received

• Contract Assistant Manager (Refuse & Cleansing) and Supervisors

Principal Contacts

• Manager (Refuse & Cleansing)
• Chargehands
• Cleansing Operatives
• Members of the public

Special Conditions

• Work a rostered shift pattern, including weekends, bank holidays, and extra-statutory days.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physical stamina for considerable walking, bending, lifting, and carrying tasks.

How to Apply
Submit your application form, demonstrating how you meet the essential and desirable criteria. Shortlisting will be based on the application form, with interviews to follow. For further details, contact the recruitment team.