5302567 – Assistant Environmental Services Technician

Client – Sunderland City Council

Location – Jack Crawford House, SR2 8QR

Work Pattern –  7.30am – 15.30pm, (may change slightly depending on tide times)

PAYE Pay Rate – £13.45 per hour

Job Description

Support the Council’s Environmental Services team by keeping streets, public areas and green spaces clean, safe and well maintained.

Main Purpose of the Role

The main purpose of the role is to help keep the city clean, safe and well maintained. This includes carrying out street cleansing and grounds maintenance work, such as emptying bins, clearing litter and fly-tipping, grass cutting, strimming, pruning and planting. The role also involves supporting snow clearing and gritting when required. You will work safely, follow instructions and report any problems or faults to your Team Leader.

Typical Day

• Check tools and equipment before starting work.
• Receive daily instructions from the Team Leader.
• Carry out cleaning or grounds maintenance tasks.
• Work outdoors in different weather conditions.
• Use handheld devices to record completed work and report faults.
• Speak politely with members of the public.
• Report problems or hazards to the Team Leader.

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Good teamwork and communication.
• Reliable and able to follow instructions.
• Physically fit for lifting and outdoor work.
• Able to use basic tools and equipment.
• Good health and safety awareness.
• Basic IT/handheld device skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Flexible and willing to work at different locations.
• Professional when dealing with the public.

Essential Qualifications

No specific qualifications are stated as essential in the job description provided.