StreetScene Mobile Operative
ASAP Start | Temporary | Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Location: Exmouth, Devon
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30–16:30
Driving Licence: Required
Pay: From £13.69 per hour
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a StreetScene Mobile Operative to join the team working out of Exmouth.
This is a varied outdoor role focused mainly on grounds maintenance, with some public realm cleansing duties. You will help maintain Council-owned land and public areas to a high standard, ensuring the local environment remains clean, safe and well maintained.
An ASAP start is available.
Key Responsibilities
Grounds Maintenance
- Grass cutting and strimming.
- Hedge pruning and general hedge maintenance.
- Digging, bedding and planting.
- Hoeing and weeding.
- Watering plants and landscaped areas.
- Use mechanical plant, tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Assist with general maintenance of Council-owned green spaces.
Public Realm Cleansing
- Emptying and collecting public litter bins.
- Collecting litter, rubbish and debris on foot or using a vehicle.
- Cleaning public toilets and other public facilities.
- Sweeping footpaths and channels where required.
- Clearing litter and debris from beaches and other public areas.
- Supporting cleansing requirements at Council events when required.
General Duties
- Work safely and professionally when dealing with members of the public.
- Follow safe systems of work and all relevant health and safety procedures.
- Work independently or as part of a team.
- Use smartphones or handheld devices to record work and communicate with colleagues.
- Maintain equipment and vehicles in a clean and safe condition.
- Carry out other reasonable StreetScene duties as required.
What We're Looking ForEssential
- Valid UK driving licence.
- Previous practical experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, cleansing or a similar outdoor role.
- Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual outdoor work.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good attention to detail.
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Able to communicate professionally with members of the public.
- Able to use a smartphone or handheld device for work-related communication and recording.
Desirable
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance or horticultural work.
- Experience in street cleansing, public toilet cleaning or public realm maintenance.
- Knowledge of the Exmouth/East Devon area.
- Experience operating mechanical plant and equipment.
Pay: From £13.69 per hour
Work Location: In person
