Refuse Operative

Wise Employment has a fantastic opportunity for a Full Time Permanent Refuse Operative to join a brilliant Organisation in East Devon on a permanent basis.

This fantastic opportunity offers a salary of £29,607pa, working a 41.5-hour week. Working Wednesday-Sunday 7:30am-4:30pm with a 4pm finish on Thursday Fridays (Other areas available too).

Due to the nature of the Refuse Operative position, candidates will need to be willing to work outside and in all weather!  (Full PPE will be provided)

 As an Outdoor Cleansing Operative your role will involve:

Emptying litter bins along public streets and footpaths

Litter picking in public spaces, beaches, and recreational areas

Cleaning and restocking public toilets and facilities

Sweeping paths, channels, and high-traffic areas

Supporting event clean-up and waste management

Operating cleansing equipment and council vehicles

To be successful in this role you will need:

To work well independently and as part of a team

Thorough, reliable, and takes pride in creating a clean environment

Can deal with members of the public in a calm and respectful way

Has a Full Clean Driving Licence

Is willing to work across the week including some weekends and early mornings

Please note that any candidate that is being put forward for the role will be required to undertake a DVLA Driving Licence Check.