Fixed term contract for 5 months – April to September 2026

An exciting opportunity for a new seasonal operative to work within a small, friendly, crucial service as part of the StreetScene department.

The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of looking after the Councils toilet facilities and depots across the South Hams area ensuring they are clean and look their best for everyone to enjoy. Typical tasks include litter picking, mopping, sweeping, dusting, restocking, cleaning surfaces, vacuuming, and liaising with public in this key public facing role.

The shift pattern is four days on four days off, you will be driving from site to site in a small van and you will be required to be flexible with the routes being assigned to you, depending on the day’s focus and needs.

The applicant must be hardworking, able to work on their own initiative and within a team. You will enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions, be physically fit, have good communications skills and appreciate job satisfaction and completion.

Full PPE and training will be provided as part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining and improving a competent workforce. As part of our flexible approach you may be required to work anywhere within South Hams and West Devon but will operate out of one of our depots Ivybridge, Torr Quarry or Totnes.

For an informal discussion please contact Andre Gardner, Street Scene Supervisor, on [email protected] or 01803 861105.

Closing date: 17 May 2026

Interviews are expected to be held week commencing: 25 May 2026