Street Scene Operative (Non-Driver & HGV Driver)
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,582 to £25,423 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Career Grade (Non-Driver Grade 3) £23,582 per annum plus 12% shift enhancement (HGV Driver Grade 5) £24,198 - £25,423 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 February 2026 |
| Location: | Maidstone, Kent |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Maidstone Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
About the Roles:
Do you enjoy working outdoors? Would you like to contribute to your local area?
At Maidstone Borough Council we are looking for motivated individuals committed to delivering high standards to join our Street Cleansing Team, predominately working in Maidstone Town Centre.
The role of Street Scene Operative involves manually sweeping and cleaning streets and footpaths, picking up litter and emptying litter bins, and maintaining cleanliness standards in line with Defra requirements. You will need to be able to work on your own, outside in all weathers, and be used a physically active role.
For the role of Street Scene Operative (HGV Driver) you will also be using street cleansing vehicles up to HGV and equipment as directed by the Street Scene Supervisor.
These vacancies are for full-time positions working 37 hours per week on permanent contracts.
The Non-Driver position is working on a shift rota covering a five-day over seven working pattern, with a 12% shift enhancement. The HGV Driver position is working Monday to Friday (without the shift enhancement).
About You:
You will enjoy working outdoors in all weathers and be able to work on your own initiative, as well as working within a small operation team.
Additionally, you will have excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering high service standards.
You will need to either hold an NVQ Level 2 in street cleansing or be prepared to study towards the qualification.
Some experience of street cleansing would be great, but full training and PPE will be provided.
Applicants for the Street Scene Operative (HGV Driver) position will also require a valid HGV licence, Class 1 or 2.
About Us:
Maidstone Borough Council is a confident organisation with ambition and aspirations to deliver high quality services to our residents and local businesses. We strive to make the borough an attractive place for all and secure a successful economy.
We continue to build on our strengths - assets, knowledge and expertise and our track record for innovation and improvement to create a financially sustainable future so that we can continue with our undiminished plans.
We will only achieve the results we are aiming for through the talents and hard work of all our people. You are encouraged to become part of our vision and in return you can expect support, training, and fair reward from us. We will give you the opportunity to develop the skills to do your job well and create a positive working environment where your ideas about improving how we do things are valued and we manage the changes needed for new ways of working well.
Our Offer:
A range of benefits including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Life Assurance – three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
• Invitations to staff events to celebrate success and support wellbeing that include holistic therapies and outdoor activities
• Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential & independent information and access to counsellors
• Annual flu vaccine
• Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff benefits discounts on leisure, eating out, holidays and shopping
• Excellent learning and career opportunities for committed individuals
Selection Process:
Following the submission of your application form, it will be reviewed by the recruiting manager. Those that are successful in securing an interview can expect job specific interview assessment, followed by an interview.
Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Steven McKenzie, Street Scene Cleansing Supervisor on 07919 212302.
Job Description and Person Specification: https://docs.maidstone.gov.uk/jobs/Street-Scene-Operative-Career-Grade-MBC-JDPS-May-24.pdf
Interview Date: Monday 9th February 2026
Do you enjoy working outdoors? Would you like to contribute to your local area?
At Maidstone Borough Council we are looking for motivated individuals committed to delivering high standards to join our Street Cleansing Team, predominately working in Maidstone Town Centre.
The role of Street Scene Operative involves manually sweeping and cleaning streets and footpaths, picking up litter and emptying litter bins, and maintaining cleanliness standards in line with Defra requirements. You will need to be able to work on your own, outside in all weathers, and be used a physically active role.
For the role of Street Scene Operative (HGV Driver) you will also be using street cleansing vehicles up to HGV and equipment as directed by the Street Scene Supervisor.
These vacancies are for full-time positions working 37 hours per week on permanent contracts.
The Non-Driver position is working on a shift rota covering a five-day over seven working pattern, with a 12% shift enhancement. The HGV Driver position is working Monday to Friday (without the shift enhancement).
About You:
You will enjoy working outdoors in all weathers and be able to work on your own initiative, as well as working within a small operation team.
Additionally, you will have excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering high service standards.
You will need to either hold an NVQ Level 2 in street cleansing or be prepared to study towards the qualification.
Some experience of street cleansing would be great, but full training and PPE will be provided.
Applicants for the Street Scene Operative (HGV Driver) position will also require a valid HGV licence, Class 1 or 2.
About Us:
Maidstone Borough Council is a confident organisation with ambition and aspirations to deliver high quality services to our residents and local businesses. We strive to make the borough an attractive place for all and secure a successful economy.
We continue to build on our strengths - assets, knowledge and expertise and our track record for innovation and improvement to create a financially sustainable future so that we can continue with our undiminished plans.
We will only achieve the results we are aiming for through the talents and hard work of all our people. You are encouraged to become part of our vision and in return you can expect support, training, and fair reward from us. We will give you the opportunity to develop the skills to do your job well and create a positive working environment where your ideas about improving how we do things are valued and we manage the changes needed for new ways of working well.
Our Offer:
A range of benefits including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Life Assurance – three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
• Invitations to staff events to celebrate success and support wellbeing that include holistic therapies and outdoor activities
• Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential & independent information and access to counsellors
• Annual flu vaccine
• Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff benefits discounts on leisure, eating out, holidays and shopping
• Excellent learning and career opportunities for committed individuals
Selection Process:
Following the submission of your application form, it will be reviewed by the recruiting manager. Those that are successful in securing an interview can expect job specific interview assessment, followed by an interview.
Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Steven McKenzie, Street Scene Cleansing Supervisor on 07919 212302.
Job Description and Person Specification: https://docs.maidstone.gov.uk/jobs/Street-Scene-Operative-Career-Grade-MBC-JDPS-May-24.pdf
Interview Date: Monday 9th February 2026
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