Driver Operative

As an NLGV Driver Operative you will support Thurrock Councils Clean & Green Services team by undertaking a range of street cleansing and environmental maintenance duties across the borough. You will operate non-LGV vehicles and cleansing equipment while helping to maintain public spaces to a high standard of cleanliness safety and appearance.

• Drive and operate a range of non-LGV vehicles.
  
• Carry out street cleansing activities across public highways parks housing areas footpaths and Council-owned land.
  
• Operate mechanical and pedestrian-controlled sweepers.
  
• Undertake litter picking and manual street sweeping duties.
  
• Remove graffiti and fly-posting.
  
• Remove fly-tipped waste.
  
• Remove leaves weeds and other environmental debris.
  
• Empty litter and dog waste bins.
  
• Safely collect and dispose of hazardous waste such as needles and sharp objects.
  
• Remove and dispose of deceased animals where required.
  
• Use hand tools and equipment including blowers and strimmers.
  
• Carry out vehicle inspections timesheets and daily operational records.
  
• Use handheld devices and in-cab systems for task recording and reporting.
  
• Maintain vehicles equipment and tools in a safe condition.
  
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet service standards.
  
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with residents and the public.
  
• Support other Clean & Green Highways Grounds Maintenance and Waste Collection teams when required.
  

• Experience driving non-LGV vehicles.
  
• Experience undertaking manual and outdoor work in all weather conditions.
  
• Experience within street cleansing grounds maintenance environmental services waste services or similar operational roles.
  
• Experience using cleansing equipment such as mechanical sweepers.
  
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
  
• Experience using handheld devices or task-recording systems.
  
• Experience completing operational documentation and records.
  
• Good communication skills and ability to work with a range of stakeholders.
  
• Ability to undertake physically demanding work.
  

• Full UK Category B Driving Licence.
  
• Right to Work in the UK.
  

• Working hours: 37 hours per week.
  
• Monday to Friday.
  
• Shift Pattern: 14:00 22:00.
  
• Location: Oliver Close West Thurrock Essex RM20 3ED.
  
• Data Protection Level 1 Training desirable.
  
• On-site interview.
  
• Interview Duration: Approximately 30 minutes.
  
• Supplier Submission Deadline: 2nd October 2026.
  
• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.
  
• Apply ASAP.