Street Cleansing Operative

The Job:
You will be supporting routine StreetScene Cleansing operations across East Devon, carrying out a variety of practical duties to help maintain high environmental standards.

The role will involve:

• Emptying bins and carrying out litter picking.
• Sweeping footpaths and channels.
• Clearing beaches of litter and debris.
• Cleaning public toilets and other public buildings.
• Using vehicles, equipment and plant as required.
• Working both independently and as part of a team.
• Supporting the wider team with general cleansing and environmental duties.

About You:
We’re looking for someone who is reliable, flexible and happy to work outdoors, whatever the weather.

You’ll need:

• Experience in cleaning, environmental services, grounds maintenance or similar practical work is advantageous but not essential.
• The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• To be reliable and flexible, with the ability to work varied shifts including weekends.
• A good awareness of health and safety practices.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A customer-focused approach with good attention to detail.
• A valid driving licence, as you’ll need to travel to different sites.

Why This Role?
This is a great opportunity to join a team making a real, visible difference to the local community, keeping streets, beaches and public spaces clean and welcoming for residents and visitors.
If you’re practical, dependable and ready to get stuck in, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Brief:
Simple Recruitment are acting as an employment business on behalf of our client, based Exmouth, who are seeking a StreetScene Cleansing Operative to join their team on a temporary basis.