Cleaner/Litter picker

This is a temporary Litter Picker/Street Cleansing Operative role based in Leicester (LE2), working on-site from 4th to 18th November. The position pays £14.24 per hour including holiday pay, with hours of 08:00 to 13:00, Monday to Saturday. Key responsibilities include systematically patrolling designated routes to collect waste using manual litter pickers, hoops and sacks, emptying public and site litter and dog waste bins, and hand sweeping pavements and high-footfall areas with brooms, shovels and barrows to remove glass, debris and fallen leaves. You will also report fly-tipping, broken glass, sharp objects, damaged furniture or graffiti to site supervisors, and act as a courteous representative when in contact with the public.

Temporary Litter Picker / Street Cleansing Operative

Position: Temporary Litter Picker / Environmental Operative

Hourly Rate: -14.24 per hour - inc holiday pay- 08:00 - 13:00 - Monday - Saturday

Contract Duration: 4th November- 18th November (Fixed-Term / Seasonal)

Location: On-site - LE2

Key Responsibilities

• Litter Collection: Systematically patrol designated routes or event spaces to collect waste using manual litter pickers, hoops, and sacks.

• Waste Management & Bin Maintenance: Regularly empty public and site litter/dog waste bins, ensuring waste sacks are correctly tied, sorted, and disposed of in designated skip/compactor areas.

• Hand Sweeping & Detritus Removal: Use brooms, shovels, and barrows to sweep pavements, edges, and high-footfall areas to remove glass, debris, and fallen leaves.

• Hazard & Issue Reporting: Identify and report fly-tipping, broken glass, sharp objects, damaged site furniture, or graffiti to site supervisors immediately.

• Public Interaction: Act as a courteous and helpful representative of the organization when in contact with members of the public, residents, or visitors.

• Health & Safety Compliance: Consistently wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (Hi-Vis, safety boots, puncture-resistant gloves) and follow strict COSHH and manual handling guidelines.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Physical Fitness: Ability to walk extensive distances (several miles daily), bend, lift, and work active shifts outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Reliability & Punctuality: Essential requirement to commit fully to the entire contract duration (4th November- 18th November).

• Work Ethic: Strong attention to detail, self-motivation to stay productive without constant direct supervision, and good time management.

Working Conditions & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: -14.24 per hour (including holiday pay)

• Environment: Outdoor operational environment.

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