Street Scene Operative

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  We are looking to recruit a talented Street Scene Operative - Level 1 (Grade 4) to work in our Street Scene team, on a permanent full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking, dedicated team who are on a mission to deliver the best customer focused street cleansing and grounds maintenance services, in a modern, efficient and effective way. Street Scene now incorporates both street cleansing and grounds maintenance.
A job opportunity has arisen to join our front-line services based in Stourbridge town centre carrying out primarily Street cleansing operations in and around Stourbridge town, undertaking litter picking, bin emptying, weed, glass and detritus removal, car park and stair well cleaning, Your tasks will vary on a day-to-day basis covering all manner of roles that involve Street Cleansing Maintenance.