Environmental Action Operative

2 weeks ago

Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time

An exciting frontline street cleansing role within the Cleaner Neighbourhoods Team - Environmental Action Operatives work as part of a zonal team which contributes towards achieving the outcome of clean streets and neighbourhoods.

You will be expected to carry out a number of street cleansing functions including litter picking, fly tip removal and grounds maintenance.

The job description and specification will provide you with more detail about the job, but we want people who are can:

- Carry out litter picking duties, empty/re-bag and clean litter bins and liners and to effectively dispose of/or collect full white litter bags/liners Remove fly-tipped and bulky item materials as directed and safely load these onto the collection vehicle where required. Carry out basic clearing and gardening as required. Work effectively with Council and other public service colleagues to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and quality within local environments. Undergo relevant training and development e.g. on the job or training courses. This will include training relating to the use of power tools, handling of hazardous materials and other health and safety issues. Undertake all work in accordance in line with health and safety procedures and to report defects or safety concerns identified to the appropriate supervisor/manager. Be friendly and customer focused, Live the Council values.

This vacancy will be expected to work from zonal bases throughout the City.

**We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds and the communities we serve. Leeds City Council is an Inclusive employer, ranked 70 on the Stonewall top 100 employers 2023 list. We are also an Age friendly employer, a Mindful employer and a Disability Confident leader.**

**This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.**

**Job Purpose**

To work as part of a multi-skilled local crew providing a range of environmental services to local communities. To show initiative, commitment and enthusiasm to ensure the services provided make a difference by supporting and working with residents and local businesses to keep their neighbourhood clean and improving behaviours in relation to disposing of their waste responsibly.

**A1 Duties/Responsibilities**
- To carry out a range of physical tasks to improve the environmental condition and appearance of neighbourhoods on any land as directed, including:

- **CLEANING**:

- Lift and remove all detritus from all land as directed that can be achieved by hand brushing/sweeping and manual sweeping equipment. To include offensive detritus such as faeces, vomit, blood and dead animals.
- Empty/re-bag and effectively clean litter bins and liners andto effectively dispose of/or collect full white litter bags/liners.
- Weed removal using manual and mechanical means such that weed re-growth is prevented.
- Effectively clean up and wash pavements and other paved areas using equipment provided including street furniture
- Fit litter bins using both electrical tools and manual tools as required.
- Effectively clean public conveniences as required.
- Clear waste material from gardens, bin yards and other land as directed.

**FLY TIP AND HOUSEHOLD BULKY ITEM REMOVAL**:

- Remove fly-tipped and bulky item material as directed for example including loose materials, animal carcases, large items, gas bottles etc and safely load these onto the collection vehicle where required.
- Report hazardous material fly-tipped on the highway or other land e.g. asbestos, chemicals etc.

**COUNCIL HOUSING AREAS - GARDENS AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT WORKS**
- Record and report environmental issues as required.
- Carry out basic clearing and gardening as required

**SEASONAL WORK**:

- Manually remove snow, ice, fallen leaves, twigs and small branches from paths/pavements and all other land as required
- Assist with gritting of paths/pavements and all other land as required.

**In additional the post-holder is expected to**:

- Work effectively with Council and other public service colleagues in order to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and quality within local environments as is possible and report any defects identified e.g. graffiti, pot-holes, overhanging trees, unauthorised fly-posting, damaged street furniture, blocked gullies etc.
- Undergo relevant training and development e.g. on the job or training courses. This will include training relating to the use of power tools, handling of hazardous materials and other health and safety issues.
- Undertake all work in accordance in line with health and safety procedures and to report defects or safety concerns identi

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