PARKS & ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATIVE
- Part-time
- Monday to Friday
- Starting time: 6:00am
- Approximately 3–4 hours per day
- Early starts help minimise traffic, reduce disruption to park users, and allow work to be completed before peak public footfall
- Daily hours may vary depending on litter levels and waste volumes
- Occasional weekend work may be available at Double hourly rate
- Bank holiday work at double hourly rate
Location
Frome - Local parks, recreation grounds, public open spaces, and surrounding areas.
About Busy Bees
Established in 1998, Busy Bees is an award-winning business employing over 50 colleagues. We provide a range of services including cleaning, grounds maintenance, environmental services, and specialist cleaning solutions.
We take pride in delivering high-quality services that help keep local communities clean, safe, and attractive.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive and operate a company van safely between parks, public spaces, and designated work locations
- Empty council litter and dog waste bins
- Collect litter from parks, footpaths, play areas, and public spaces
- Replace bin liners and ensure bins are clean and presentable
- Report damaged bins, graffiti, vandalism, or other maintenance issues
- Carry out daily vehicle and equipment checks
- Maintain the company van in a clean and tidy condition
What We Offer
- Company van provided during working hours
- Uniform and PPE provided
- Paid annual leave (5.6 weeks pro rata)
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme
- Full training and ongoing support
- Opportunities for additional hours
- Friendly and supportive team environment
About You
- Full UK driving licence required
- Confident and responsible when driving a company vehicle
- Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
- Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Friendly and approachable when interacting with members of the public
- Able to communicate professionally and represent the company positively
- Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual duties
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining public spaces
Pay: £13.10-£26.20 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
