Street Cleansing Operative

Neway International are seeking a Town Team Operative – Facilities & Environment to join our client based with Monmouthshire County Council.

Location:

Llanfoist Household Waste Recycling Centre, Abergavenny, NP7 9AQ

Hours:

37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 6am–2pm)

Start Date:

26 January 2026
Pay Rates: PAYE £12.85 per hour / Limited/Umbrella £16.62 per hour

Monmouthshire County Council’s Community & Place directorate is committed to providing a safe, clean and sustainable environment for residents. The Grounds and Cleansing team plays a vital role in maintaining high‑quality public spaces, supporting environmental sustainability, and delivering visible improvements across Abergavenny through a collaborative partnership with Abergavenny Town Council.

As a Town Team Operative, you will support the delivery of grounds maintenance, cleansing and environmental improvement activities across Abergavenny. Working as part of a three‑person team based at Llanfoist Depot, you will help maintain streets, green spaces and public areas to a high standard. Some lone working will be required, particularly when operating a town‑centre cleaning cart for litter picking, sweeping, weeding and bin emptying.

This role provides essential cover during a period of long‑term sickness and requires someone reliable, proactive and committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment for the community.

• Carry out grass cutting and general grounds maintenance.
• Maintain horticultural features including shrub beds, annual bedding areas and hedges.
• Undertake landscaping of open spaces and arboriculture tasks.
• Empty litter bins and complete litter picking across open spaces, verges and hard surfaces.
• Sweep hard surfaces using both manual and mechanical methods.
• Remove graffiti as required.
• Clean, repair and paint street furniture.
• Apply herbicides (with appropriate training) and remove weeds manually.
• Power wash hard surfaces and monuments.
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Operate plant and machinery in line with manufacturer guidance.
• Follow all Health & Safety legislation, safe working practices and council policies.
• Support emergency responses when required (e.g., flooding, snow clearance, storm damage).
• Uphold the council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and organisational values.

• Full, clean driving licence.
• Experience in grounds maintenance, cleansing or similar outdoor operational work.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
• Self‑motivated with pride in delivering high‑quality work.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.
• Flexibility to work outside core hours when required, including occasional bank holiday cover.