Cleansing Operative 1

Salary: Grade 15 - £25,614 to £26,016 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 22nd November 2026

Our Environmental Services team helps keep Somerset's towns, villages and public spaces clean, safe and welcoming for everyone who lives, works and visits here. Their work has a direct impact on community pride, public wellbeing and the appearance of our county.

As a Cleansing Operative, you'll play an important frontline role in maintaining Somerset's streets and public areas to a high standard. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll carry out a variety of outdoor cleansing tasks that help create cleaner, safer environments for local communities. This is a hands-on role where you'll see the difference your work makes every day, while contributing to services that residents and visitors rely on. If you enjoy practical work, being active outdoors and taking pride in improving your local area, we'd love to hear from you.

As part of this role, you will work a Wednesday to Sunday rota, supporting service delivery across weekends. Flexibility and availability to work weekends are essential.

• Help keep streets, public spaces and community facilities clean, safe and welcoming for residents and visitors.
• Remove litter, empty bins and support environmental improvement activities that enhance local neighbourhoods.
• Operate vehicles, machinery and equipment safely to deliver efficient frontline cleansing services.
• Carry out routine vehicle and equipment checks, helping to keep services running smoothly and safely.
• Report completed work, maintenance issues and safety concerns, ensuring a responsive and high-quality service.

At Somerset Council, we're a progressive organisation committed to improving lives and shaping better services for our communities. Based in one of England's most beautiful counties, it's a great place to build your career and enjoy an excellent quality of life.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), one of the UK's most enhanced and secure pension schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance, where service needs allow.
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to confidential employee assistance services.
• Paid volunteering opportunities, helping you make a difference both inside and outside of work.

Find out more about working at Somerset Council:
https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-at-somerset-council/

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We are only able to proceed with candidates who already have the right to work in the UK without the need for visa sponsorship.

For an informal chat about the role, you can contact Dave Williams, dave.williams@somerset.gov.uk

We believe diversity makes us stronger and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, whose unique perspectives help us better serve the people of Somerset.

You can find a copy of the job description here SCG1303 Cleansing Operative.pdf

If you currently work for Somerset Council, please apply via the internal SuccessFactors careers page.

Job Ref:1618/DT