Street Cleaning Operative

Street Cleaning Operative

£12.40 p/h £27,081.60

Shift: 4 on 4 off (42hrs p/w)

Shift start time with various hours between: 06.00am - 18.00 in winter (Oct-Apr) 07.00am-19.00 in summer (Apr-Oct)

Changing the way the world thinks about waste.

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it’s why we’re the UK’s No. 1 choice for business waste management.

Help us make a difference as a Street Cleaning Operative.

A quick look at the role.

We require a dedicated operative who has a passion to keep the environment clean and tidy so that the entire visitor experience can be one to remember. Joining our team, you’ll share our commitment to clean up our town, undertake duties in relation to the collection of waste and recycling and removal of litter, debris and weeds. We would like you to have a 3.5t licence for this role.

The Biffa division you’ll be supporting.

Biffa’s household waste division is a leading service provider to local authorities, providing household waste and recycling collections, street cleansing and other services. Within our household waste division, we employ c.3,566 people and have a fleet of c.1,487 waste collection vehicles, operating across the country from 44 depots.

Here’s what we require:

We are looking for a person who enjoys a challenge, can fit into a team of people or work alone and who is proud and committed to the service they provide. You’ve got to enjoy being outdoors in all weathers and meeting the public.

Applicants must be physically fit to complete all duties and be willing to undertake any necessary training to fully complete the role. This role will include work such as lifting bags, sorting recycling, emptying bins pushing a hand barrow, wearing protective clothing and safety shoes. 3.5t licence required.

Driving licence essential.

And here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa.

• Flexibility
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Pension scheme.

Dedicated to diversity.

At Biffa we believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results. It’s why you’ll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.