Job 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