Job Description

Salary

Career Grade 3 - 4 23,582 (Non-Driver) 23,690 - 24,045 (Driver) per annum plus 12% shift enhancement where applicable

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Region

South

Job category/type

Grounds Maintenance

Date posted

10/06/2025

Job reference

002149

About the Role:

Do you enjoy working outdoors? Would you like to contribute to your local area?

Maidstone Borough Council is looking for motivated individuals committed to delivering high standards to join the Street Cleansing Team, predominately working in the 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. For the role of Street Scene Operative (Driver) you will also be using street cleansing vehicles and equipment as directed by the Street Scene Supervisor. You will need to be able to work on your own, in all weathers, and be used to a physically active role.



These vacancies are for full-time positions working 37 hours per week on permanent contracts.

We have one Driver position working on a shift rota covering a five-day over seven-day working pattern (with a 12% shift enhancement), and one position working Monday to Friday (without the shift enhancement). The Non-Driver position is working on a shift rota covering a five-day over seven working pattern, with a 12% shift enhancement.

About You:

You will enjoy working outdoors and be able to work on your own initiative, as well as working within a small operation team.



You will need to either hold an NVQ Level 2 in street cleansing or be prepared to study towards the qualification.



Additionally, you will have excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering high service standards.



A full UK driving licence (up to 7.5 tonnes) is required for the Street Scene Operative - Driver roles.

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.

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:
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 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 Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand-new car. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax. A wide range of flexible working opportunities Annual flu vaccine Cycle to work scheme Staff benefits discounts on leisure, eating out, holidays and shopping Excellent learning and career opportunities for committed individuals A professional fee payment, if required for the role




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 Street Cleansing Supervisor on 07919 212302



& Person Specification



Interview Date: 30th June 2025