Driver/Operative (Grade 4)
| Company: | Wax Recruitment Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.68 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Newport, NP19 0ES |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 30 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Job title: Driver/Operative (Grade 4)
Job Category: Building Services & Maintenance
Location: Telford Street, Newport, Newport, NP19 0ES, Newport City Council
Hours Per Week :37.00
Pay: £13.68 per hour
You will work a pattern of 7.30am � 3.30pm Monday to Thursday, 7.30am � 3.00pm Friday
1. Day to day completion of cleansing tasks, as per specification of the Contract, and in
accordance with the Daily Route Schedules.
1. To drive Council vehicles complying with all instructions as issued in the Driver
Handbook.
1. Comply with all Health and Safety Regulations, including the wearing of Council
uniform, including protective clothing, and footwear.
1. To take reasonable care of own and others safety; to co-operate with managers/
supervisors in complying with statutory health & safety duties; to report incidents,
accidents, faults etc.
1. When instructed attend all training courses.
1. Undertake such driving/cleansing duties as directed by the Manager (Refuse &
Cleansing).
Qualifications and Experience
Hold a current, full, UK driving licence (essential)
Able to demonstrate experience of working in a refuse/cleansing environment (desirable)
Supervisory Responsibilities
The postholder will supervise Cleansing Operatives when working together
Supervision Received
Manager (Refuse & Cleansing) / Supervisors
Principal Contacts
Supervisors
Client Officers
Cleansing Operatives
Members of the public
Special Conditions
The postholder will be required to work a rostered shift pattern, including weekends, bank
holidays and extra-statutory days.
Experience
2.1 Able to demonstrate experience of working in
refuse/cleansing services
2.2 Have supervisory experience