Job Title: Driver/Labourer - Driving
Council: Charnwood Borough Council
Department: Housing, Planning, Regeneration and Reg Services – Housing – Voids Repairs/Responsive Repairs
Location: Charnwood Borough Council
Job Type: Temporary
Duration: 29 Weeks
Start Date: 31 August 2026
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday (working hours as required by service needs)
Pay Rate: £18.00/hour PAYE (£23.56/hour Limited/Umbrella)
Job Purpose:
To support the Empty Homes (Voids) team in preparing vacant properties to a high standard, ensuring homes are turned around efficiently and are ready for residents to move into. The role involves driving, general labouring, cleaning, clearance duties, water management tasks, and assisting operational teams with day-to-day property maintenance activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive council vehicles safely to designated locations and support operational activities
- Assist the Voids Repairs/Responsive Repairs team with empty property turnaround works
- Operate gutter cleaning equipment following appropriate training and safety procedures
- Carry out water management tasks and support property maintenance requirements
- Undertake basic cleaning, clearance, and preparation duties within empty homes
- Assist Team Leaders with daily operational tasks including keysafe removals
- Drop off and collect keys from properties and service locations as required
- Top up energy metres and support property readiness checks
- Assist builders and trades staff with general labouring duties when required
- Move materials, equipment, and waste safely in line with health and safety procedures
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment across all properties and work areas
- Complete tasks efficiently to support the timely re-letting of empty homes
Key Requirements - Essential:
- Full valid driving licence suitable for work vehicle use
- Experience working in a labouring, property maintenance, repairs, or housing environment
- Ability to carry out physical manual work including lifting, cleaning, and clearance tasks
- Willingness to learn and operate gutter cleaning and water management equipment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good understanding of health and safety procedures
- Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks to a high standard
- Must be eligible to work in the UK
- Confidentiality Agreement required
- CV required at candidate submission
Skills & Competencies:
- Safe driving and vehicle awareness
- Practical approach to maintenance and property-related tasks
- Ability to work effectively with trades teams and operational staff
- Reliability, punctuality, and good time management
- Attention to detail when preparing properties for residents
- Commitment to delivering high-quality housing services
Working Conditions:
- Physical role involving manual handling, lifting, walking, and standing for extended periods
- Work within empty residential properties and outdoor environments
- Exposure to cleaning activities, equipment, and property clearance tasks
- May require working across multiple locations within the borough
- Compliance with health and safety procedures and use of appropriate PPE required
Additional Information:
- This role will be made permanent during this tenure
- Training will be provided for specialist equipment including gutter cleaning equipment
- The role directly supports the council's commitment to providing safe, clean, and ready-to-let homes for residents
Job Ref: OR109931
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months
Pay: £18.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience assisting tradespeople or carrying out general labouring duties?
- Are you able to work across multiple locations and travel between properties as required?
- Have you previously used or are you willing to learn how to operate equipment such as gutter cleaning equipment or water management tools?
Experience:
- labouring: 1 year (required)
- Property Maintenance: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Full Uk Driving licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
