Street Cleansing Operative

SWGUIL_1788343437

Salary Package: Up to £12.71 per hour
Location: Rushmoor, England
Consultant: Sophie Winterburn
Posted: 02/09/2026

Description:

Street Cleansing Operative

Location: Rushmoor, GU15
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Contract: Temporary – Ongoing
Working Hours: 06:30–15:00
Working Day: 8 paid working hours, with a 30-minute unpaid break

Job Purpose

We are looking for 2 reliable Street Cleansing Operatives to join our team in Rushmoor, GU15, on an ongoing temporary basis.

The successful candidates will be responsible for carrying out a range of street cleansing duties to ensure public areas are maintained to a high standard in line with contract requirements and specifications.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out daily street cleansing duties, including manual sweeping, scraping and weeding.


• Complete both programmed and responsive cleansing tasks as required.


• Operate and assist with the use of relevant machinery and equipment following appropriate training.


• Understand and work in accordance with contract requirements and service specifications.


• Identify key performance requirements and ensure work is completed to the required standard.


• Report progress, issues and any matters affecting service delivery to the Line Manager.


• Carry out daily inspections of machinery, equipment and vehicles before and after use, reporting any defects or concerns.


• Maintain the cleanliness and good condition of machinery, equipment and vehicles.


• Work effectively as part of a team and contribute ideas for improving service delivery.


• Ensure all Health and Safety procedures and requirements are followed at all times.


• Undertake any relevant training required to develop skills and knowledge.


• Maintain a professional and presentable appearance.


• Provide a courteous and professional service when dealing with members of the public and clients.

Experience and Skills

• Previous experience in street cleansing, grounds maintenance, environmental services or a similar outdoor role is desirable.


• Experience of manual sweeping, scraping and weeding would be advantageous.


• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.


• Willingness to undertake further training as required.

Additional Requirements

• A clean driving licence is essential for candidates required to undertake driving duties.


• Applicants must be able to work the required hours of 06:30–15:00.


• This is an ongoing temporary opportunity with an immediate requirement for 2 operatives.

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.