Environmental Operative LGV Sweeper Driver
Street Cleaning

 

Economy, Skills & Neighbourhoods

Environmental Services

Environmental Operative – Street Cleansing Grade 3 sweeper driver:  4 on 4 off shift work
Ref: G3/OL-12467

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Grade 3 SCP16 - 21 £17,149 - £20,139 (+10% Band B enhancement – for working unsocial hours, inclusive of working bank holidays)

Please see additional Terms and Conditions here: Oldham Right to Work in the UK.doc

Hours: 42 hours over rolling 4 day on 4 day off shift pattern.

Based: Alexandra Park, Kings Road, Oldham, OL8 2BH

Closing date 5th January 2018
Shortlisting 8th – 9th January 2018
Interview date January 16th 2018.

This job opportunity is only open to Residents of Oldham as part of our campaign to Get Oldham Working.  If you are a resident of Oldham please apply.  For more information please visit http://www.oldham.gov.uk/get_oldham_working

 

Role overview

 

To undertake work cleansing the public highways and footpaths, landscaped areas, parks, cemeteries and public spaces including street cleansing and grounds maintenance duties.

To drive and operate LGV mechanical sweepers and other vehicles as per assigned duties. To ensure thorough removal of litter, detritus, weeds etc across the Borough.

 

Key responsibilities

 

  • To work with LGV specialist vehicles and other large plant associated with maintenance and street cleansing activities, including all machinery and mechanical sweeping equipment and associated tractor mounted implements.
  • To work with minimal supervision and accept responsibility for the direction of the work of trainees and or other employees as assigned.
  • To complete all necessary paperwork internal / legislative (GB Domestic driving regulations) 
  • Safe storage of vehicles plant & equipment.
  • Report defects and repairs to LGV vehicles plant and equipment.
  • Assist in training apprentices/trainees and colleagues as required.
  • To work unsocial hours including weekends and bank holidays over a 4 day shift pattern.
  • To undertake continuous training (CPC) as required.

 

Key Requirements

 

To succeed in this role you will need as a minimum:

  • To carry out all duties in line with Oldham Councils Health & Safety policies and compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
  • Applicant MUST hold a full clean UK driving licence with category C1 as essential requirement.
  • Able to be flexible in working arrangements, including working weekends and bank holidays as per contract. 

Job Description and Person Specification.doc

Oldham Right to Work in UK Doc.doc

About Us

Oldham Council is a leading Local Authority.  Anyone joining the council is coming into an ambitious organisation with big plans. We are working hard to build a brighter future for our borough and we need people from a wide range of backgrounds to continue delivering the best for our communities.  To find out more about who we are, what we do and why you should join us please visit our dedicated careers pages where you will also find useful guidance on how best to complete the application form:   http://www.oldham.gov.uk/info/200270/working_at_the_council

 

Location
Alexandra Park
Vacancy Description
 

 

Economy, Skills & Neighbourhoods

Environmental Services

Environmental Operative – Street Cleansing Grade 3 sweeper driver:  4 on 4 off shift work
Ref: G3/OL-12467

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Grade 3 SCP16 - 21 £17,149 - £20,139 (+10% Band B enhancement – for working unsocial hours, inclusive of working bank holidays)

Please see additional Terms and Conditions here: Oldham Right to Work in the UK.doc

Hours: 42 hours over rolling 4 day on 4 day off shift pattern.

Based: Alexandra Park, Kings Road, Oldham, OL8 2BH

Closing date 5th January 2018
Shortlisting 8th – 9th January 2018
Interview date January 16th 2018.

This job opportunity is only open to Residents of Oldham as part of our campaign to Get Oldham Working.  If you are a resident of Oldham please apply.  For more information please visit http://www.oldham.gov.uk/get_oldham_working

 

Role overview

 

To undertake work cleansing the public highways and footpaths, landscaped areas, parks, cemeteries and public spaces including street cleansing and grounds maintenance duties.

To drive and operate LGV mechanical sweepers and other vehicles as per assigned duties. To ensure thorough removal of litter, detritus, weeds etc across the Borough.

 

Key responsibilities

 

  • To work with LGV specialist vehicles and other large plant associated with maintenance and street cleansing activities, including all machinery and mechanical sweeping equipment and associated tractor mounted implements.
  • To work with minimal supervision and accept responsibility for the direction of the work of trainees and or other employees as assigned.
  • To complete all necessary paperwork internal / legislative (GB Domestic driving regulations) 
  • Safe storage of vehicles plant & equipment.
  • Report defects and repairs to LGV vehicles plant and equipment.
  • Assist in training apprentices/trainees and colleagues as required.
  • To work unsocial hours including weekends and bank holidays over a 4 day shift pattern.
  • To undertake continuous training (CPC) as required.

 

Key Requirements

 

To succeed in this role you will need as a minimum:

  • To carry out all duties in line with Oldham Councils Health & Safety policies and compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
  • Applicant MUST hold a full clean UK driving licence with category C1 as essential requirement.
  • Able to be flexible in working arrangements, including working weekends and bank holidays as per contract. 

Job Description and Person Specification.doc

Oldham Right to Work in UK Doc.doc

About Us

Oldham Council is a leading Local Authority.  Anyone joining the council is coming into an ambitious organisation with big plans. We are working hard to build a brighter future for our borough and we need people from a wide range of backgrounds to continue delivering the best for our communities.  To find out more about who we are, what we do and why you should join us please visit our dedicated careers pages where you will also find useful guidance on how best to complete the application form:   http://www.oldham.gov.uk/info/200270/working_at_the_council