Leafing Operative

Salary: £10.00per hour, plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 42.5 hours per week Monday – Friday 6am – 3pm

Location Folkestone, CT20 3SP

Duration: FTC until December 2022

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who sees the world in a similar way to take up an exciting Street Cleansing role in our Folkestone team.

Because of our responsibility when it comes to leading change, resourcing takes every single one of us, and this is how you can play your part. And if you’re keen to see how far you can go his role will suit you perfectly.

It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.

What will you be doing?

  • Using leaf blowers and Manual sweeping of streets and other areas (which can include footways, alleys, subways, under and around street furniture etc)

  • Ensure that all Gully Grids are clear of any obstruction and that sweepings arising are not swept over or pushed down gully grids; such action may lead to disciplinary action

  • Empty litter bins found within your beat, ensuring that the liners are replaced properly, collect sweepers bags from agreed pick up points

  • Utilise onboard technology in real time to record task confirmation and crew related issues

  • Report locations of any graffiti, fly posting or damage/missing litter bins and waste containers to your Manager

  • Check your vehicle for condition and roadworthiness and complete appropriate forms

  • Drive and operate any vehicle or machinery supplied by Veolia, having first received the relevant training

  • Maintain a courteous and professional relationship with members of the public, client, staff and colleagues

What are we looking for?

  • Basic understanding of Health & Safety

  • Previous experience in a similar role would be beneficial

  • Ability to work well as part of a team or independently

  • Driving licence would be an advantage

This role involves manual handling and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Our promise to you

Here at Veolia, we know that a genuinely good role goes both ways.

So alongside your salary or hourly rate you will receive 20 days holiday and an extensive benefits package which includes our People’s Pension, alongside a range of employee discounts. Also to help you further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you can lean on us whenever you need to.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

Here at Veolia, we’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.