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About The Role
Based in Edinburgh, this Driver Street Cleaner position with Pertemps Edinburgh Contracts supports the cleansing and upkeep of public areas across the city. The dual role involves operating a cage vehicle for waste collection and disposal, alongside hands-on street cleansing duties.
Responsibilities include:
- Driving designated routes safely
- Performing daily vehicle checks
- Reporting defects per health and safety procedures
Offering £14.51 to £16.23 per hour, this temporary, full-time contract provides either a 4-on-4-off pattern (06:00-17:02 or 09:00-20:02) or Monday to Friday 07:00-14:57. Immediate starts are available. Candidates need a valid driving licence and a strong commitment to maintaining Edinburgh's environment.
Driver Street Cleaner
Location: Edinburgh East
Pay Rate: £14.51 - £16.23 per hour
Hours of Work: 4 days on 4 days off 06.00-17.02/09.00-20.02 (45 minute break) OR Monday to Friday 07:00 – 14:57 (45-minute break)
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Contract: Temporary ongoing
Start Date: Immediate starts available
The Role
You will support the cleansing and upkeep of Edinburgh’s streets and public areas whilst also operating a cage vehicle to assist with waste collection and disposal.
This is a dual-role position combining driving responsibilities with hands-on street cleansing duties.
Duties Include (but Are Not Limited To)
- Driving a cage vehicle safely and responsibly across designated routes
- Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects in line with health & safety procedures
- Transporting collected waste to disposal sites
- Cleaning and servicing city streets and public spaces
- Sweeping, brushing, and removing leaves and debris
- Removing weeds from pavements and public areas using manual tools
- Emptying public litter and waste bins
- Safe collection, handling, and disposal of waste materials
- Handling physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, and repetitive movements
- Walking long distances throughout shifts
- Occasional interaction with members of the public
- Dealing with unpleasant waste, including bodily fluids where required
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What To Expect
- A physically intensive role involving heavy lifting and regular bending/kneeling
- Extensive walking across urban areas
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
- Responsibility for safe vehicle operation and compliance
- Full induction, training, and PPE provided
Successful Candidates Will
- Hold a valid UK driving licence (essential)
- Be confident driving a cage vehicle in urban environments
- Be honest, reliable, and punctual
- Have a strong work ethic and willingness to carry out manual work
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team
- Be health and safety conscious
- Maintain professionalism while working in public environments
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