Waste Management Operative

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Waste Management Operative to support environmental cleansing, grounds maintenance, and public space upkeep across Rotherham. A drivers licence for this role is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out environmental cleansing, horticultural and grounds maintenance duties, including litter picking, bin emptying, weed removal, winter salting, and upkeep of green spaces

• Operate and maintain powered tools, plant, and specialist equipment, reporting any defects

• Safely handle and dispose of waste materials, including hazardous and drug-related litter

• Complete daily and weekly records and work to required standards, timescales, and health & safety procedures

About You:

• Practical experience in environmental cleansing, horticulture, or grounds maintenance

• Confident using powered tools, plant, and equipment

• Comfortable working outdoors in a manual role

• Knowledge of health & safety and environmental issues

• Experience handling waste materials and dealing with the public

• Good basic literacy and numeracy skills

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping public spaces clean, safe, and well maintained.