Environmental Services Assistant

Location:Sheffield City Council | Sheffield, South Yorkshire: Environmental Services, Staniforth Road Depot, Sheffield, S9 3HD

Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour (PAYE)

Full Time, Temporary Contract - 4 to 5 Months

Are you practical, reliable and committed to improving local communities? Sheffield City Council is seeking an Environmental Services Assistant to join its Environmental Services team based at Staniforth Road Depot. This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in maintaining public health, safety and environmental standards across the city.

Day-to-day of the role:

As an Environmental Services Assistant, you will support the Council's response to a wide range of environmental issues, helping to keep Sheffield clean, safe and welcoming. The role involves working both independently and alongside experienced officers to investigate and resolve environmental problems.

This is a hands-on position that requires a proactive approach, the ability to work in challenging environments and a strong commitment to health and safety procedures.

• Respond to environmental problems including illegally dumped commercial and household waste, animal carcasses and other environmental hazards.
• Undertake clearance, cleaning and disinfection of contaminated, noxious or verminous properties and articles.
• Collect, load and dispose of condemned foodstuffs as directed.
• Assist with drainage investigations and remedial works, including sealing drains.
• Carry out organised visits and revisits to maximise service efficiency.
• Complete job cards, records, written reports and weekly timesheets accurately.
• Handle payments, including cash, in accordance with financial procedures.
• Inspect, maintain and clean equipment in line with Council procedures.
• Drive Council vehicles and undertake daily vehicle safety checks, including refuelling.
• Assist with depot duties, including cleaning and disinfection work.
• Support colleagues and undertake additional duties as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to follow written instructions and procedures.
• Good record-keeping and administrative skills.
• A practical and hardworking approach to physical work.
• Understanding of the importance of Health & Safety in the workplace.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexible attitude and willingness to undertake a variety of environmental service duties.
• Full UK driving licence desirable (or ability to drive Council vehicles where required).
• Valid Basic DBS

Benefits:

To apply for the Environmental Services Assistant position, please send your cv to