Public Realm Operative L2 Team 1

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Worker Type: Off-site Worker 

Salary: Starting Salary is £25,583  (Level one) rising to £26,403 (Level three) per annum (pro rata for part-time) (Pay award pending)

Location: Eastcroft Depot - London Road, Nottingham NG2 3AH

We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best. 

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham.  So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

Are you someone who takes pride in your community and enjoys working outdoors? We’re looking for motivated and reliable Refuse Collection Loader to help us keep Nottingham one of the cleanest, greenest, and most welcoming cities in the UK.

You’ll play a key part in maintaining the city’s streets, parks, and public spaces - supporting everything from refuse and recycling to grounds maintenance and environmental cleansing. Every day you’ll see the difference your work makes to the people who live, work, and visit Nottingham.

You do not need a driving licence to apply for this role.

About You

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out waste and recycling collection, and general environmental maintenance.


• Support winter operations, including snow clearance and gritting.


• Work flexibly across frontline neighbourhood services depending on service needs.


• Represent Nottingham City Council with pride, professionalism, and respect for our residents and environment.

What We’re Looking For

• A team player who enjoys practical, outdoor work and takes pride in doing a great job.


• Ability to walk up to 15 miles a day in all weather conditions.


• A sound understanding of health and safety, and willingness to follow best practice.


• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.


• Commitment to excellent customer care and equality of service for all.


• You do not need a driving licence to apply for this role, you just need a “can do” attitude.

Why Join Us

You’ll be part of a valued frontline team that keeps Nottingham looking its best every day. We offer:

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.


• Supportive team environment with strong community values.


• The satisfaction of seeing your work make a visible difference across the city.

Help us make Nottingham cleaner, greener, and better for everyone.

Apply now and be part of the team that takes pride in Nottingham!

You can find the job description for this post here.

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it.  We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries please contact Mark Wright, by telephone on 07708318529 or by email at [email protected] .

Closing Date: 30th October 2026

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will be held: Every Friday until all posts are filled

If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.org.uk/support

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