Street Scene Operative Driver
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.47 to £20.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2026 |
| Location: | Cardiff, Cardiff, CF3 2HP |
| Company: | Acorn Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | a1WNz000004W3zlMAC_1777380465 |
Summary
Street Scene Operative Driver
Cardiff | £13.47 - £20.21 per hour | Temp to Potential Permanent | Full-Time
IntroductionAcorn by Synergie is recruiting for Street Scene Operative Drivers to join the Recycling and Neighbourhood Services team in Cardiff. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming public spaces through street cleansing and environmental maintenance.
Key Duties- Carry out street cleansing duties including litter picking, sweeping, bin emptying, and removal of dumped waste.
- Drive and operate service vehicles, including completing daily vehicle checks.
- Remove fly-tipped and hazardous waste safely and efficiently.
- Operate equipment such as strimmers, blowers, and other power tools.
- Use handheld technology to receive tasks and record completed work.
- Support winter gritting and other seasonal activities.
- Deliver a positive and professional frontline service to the public.
- Full UK driving licence (essential).
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Reliable, proactive, and safety-conscious approach.
- Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends when required.
- Previous experience in cleansing, grounds maintenance, or similar roles is preferred.
- Competitive pay from £13.47 to £20.21 per hour.
- Temporary to potential permanent opportunity.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Supportive team environment.
If you enjoy practical, hands-on work and want to contribute to cleaner communities, apply today.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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