Full job descriptionJob Purpose Driver/Operative





Under the supervision of the Manager (Refuse & Cleansing) / Supervisors to carry out Contractual Street Cleansing duties and when operationally applicable drive Council vehicles.


Key Results Areas Driver/Operative

*Day to day completion of cleansing tasks, as per specification of the Contract, and in accordance with the Daily Route Schedules.


*To drive Council vehicles complying with all instructions as issued in the Driver Handbook.


*Comply with all Health and Safety Regulations, including the wearing of Council uniform, including protective clothing, and footwear.


*To take reasonable care of own and others safety; to co-operate with managers/ supervisors in complying with statutory health & safety duties; to report incidents, accidents, faults etc.


*When instructed attend all training courses.


*Undertake such driving/cleansing duties as directed by the Manager (Refuse & Cleansing).


Qualifications and Experience Driver/Operative

Hold a current, full, UK driving licence (essential)
Able to demonstrate experience of working in a refuse/cleansing environment (desirable)


Supervisory Responsibilities Driver/Operative


The postholder will supervise Cleansing Operatives when working together


Supervision Received Driver/Operative


Manager (Refuse & Cleansing) / Supervisors