Yard Operative
New Today
Sweeptech is a UK-leading waste management and road-sweeping specialist, delivering a comprehensive range of environmentally responsible services across the country.
With ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 9001:2015 accreditation, Sweeptech is committed to environmental sustainability, health and safety, and consistently delivering high-quality service.
Our services span from road sweeping, waste treatment, recycling, sludge removal, gully and interceptor cleaning, to high-pressure jetting, drainage maintenance, emergency flood response, and more serving a wide range of sectors: highways, airports, construction, local authorities, events, and commercial clients.
At Sweeptech, innovation, environmental responsibility, and safety are at the heart of everything we do. We aim not just to clean, but to protect the environment, reduce waste landfill, and support a circular economy through cutting-edge recycling and waste-management practices.
Role Purpose
To provide flexible operational support that reduces sweeper driver downtime and ensures the workshop, yard, and fleet remain clean, safe, and in good working order. This role supports daily depot operations, assists the workshop team, and helps maintain vehicle readiness.
Employment Type: Full-time Permanent
Working Hours - 40 hours per week
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
Daily truck washing and greasing , ensuring vehicles are clean, safe, and maintained to company standards.
Assist the workshop team , including helping with repairs, MOT preparation, and general workshop duties.
Operating High-Tip according to our Health and Safety Process.
Pick up and deliver parts , brushes, and equipment to and from suppliers and drivers on site.
Deliver sweepers or spare vehicles to drivers during breakdowns to minimise service disruption.
Shuttle full vehicles to registered tipping facilities , returning empty units to drivers to reduce downtime.
Ensure all weighbridge and waste-transfer notes are handed in correctly to the depot office.
Change worn centre and side brushes on spare vehicles.
General housekeeping and yard maintenance , keeping the workshop and yard clean, tidy, and safe at all times.
Skills & Qualifications
HGV Class 2 licence with up-to-date CPC (essential).
Strong customer service skills and a professional manner at all times.
Flexible approach to work and scheduling to meet operational and customer needs.
Ability to carry out practical, physical tasks and work outdoors when required.
Our Core Values
1. Responsibility
We take ownership of the impact of our services on the environment, our people, and the communities we serve. We work with care, transparency, and a belief that business should be a positive force.
2. Integrity
We act with honesty, consistency, and fairness, earning trust through actions, not just words.
3. Respect
We create an inclusive environment where all individuals are valued and supported. Respect for people, places, and perspectives is embedded in how we work.
4. Health & Safety First
Safety is central to our culture. From our depots and recycling centre to every customer site, we apply the highest standards to protect people and prevent harm. Our national award for Health and Safety Best Practice reflects this commitment.
5. Sustainability
We continuously look for smarter, cleaner ways to operate. Our investment in innovation helps us reduce environmental impact and support our clients' sustainability goals.
6. Community
We recognise our role in the communities we operate increating local employment, supporting social value initiatives, and building relationships that last.
7. Excellence
We take pride in delivering dependable, high-quality services. National awards for innovation and environmental performance are the result of our teams focus on doing the job wellevery time.
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- Location:
- Arleston
- Salary:
- £12.21 per hour
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Skilled Trades