Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing 6 May 2024
Closing Date: Monday 29 April 2024
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: FC3 £22,525.71 - £23,633.23
Working Pattern: 36 hours per week
Location: Cupar/Methil Depots
Supporting Statement
As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement which outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked ‘upload resumé’. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement.
Job Details
Environmental Cleansing Operative required based in Cupar/Methil Depot.
Thoroughly inspecting public roads and open spaces to determine servicing needs.
Manually removing litter, animal carcases, animal faeces and other debris, Using the appropriate street cleaning equipment as required. Routine servicing and other maintenance of public litter and waste bins, using appropriate plant and machinery. Driving allocated vehicles when required. Routine servicing and maintenance of public litter and waste bins. Collecting and disposing of waste as per service procedures. Manually removing deposits arising from illegal dumping. Inspecting and clearing water course grids. Carrying out hand weeding, hoeing and sweeping. Using of a range of tools and equipment for cleaning. Carrying out general labouring duties including manual snow clearing. Ensuring the quality of public cleaning complies with standards specified and defects in the facilities are reported as soon as possible to line manager. Complying with all Service Health & Safety rules, procedures and accurate completion of any relevant documentation.
Dealing with public enquiries. Assisting the Environmental Cleansing Chargehand in carrying out all tasks required. Undertaking all other duties as required for the role. Duties will be in line with the grade.
The Person
You must be physically able to walk considerable distances every day.
You must be capable of manual outdoor working in all weathers, have physical working dexterity and a flexible approach towards carrying out a range of tasks. You should be a team worker with have clear verbal communication skills and a ‘can-do’ approach to help resolve problems.
You must be able to provide regular and effective service.
A full driving licence is desirable.
Further Information
- Role Profile - When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria Role Profile
- How We Work Matters - Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our How We Work Matters behaviour framework for more information.
- Employee Benefits - Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services.
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For further information please contact: Jennifer Robertson - jennifer.crawford@fife.gov.uk
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