Contract Type: 2 x Permanent Working Hours: Average of 37 hours per week One vacancy is Monday to Thursday 07:15 to 15:15 and Friday 07:15 to 14:45 One vacancy is Monday to Thursday 10:30 to 18:30 and Friday 10:30 to 18:00 Both vacancies will work 1 in 4 weekend shifts with days off in the week in lieu Location: Across Colchester City Council Interview date to be confirmed An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and resourceful individual to join our highly successful Neighbourhood team, working at Colchester City Council. The Senior Neighbourhood Operative will handle day-to-day operational tasks to ensure the streets of Colchester are clean and work to enhance our communities. The ideal candidate is resourceful, enthusiastic and has a passion for making a difference in Colchester for our residents. The candidate will need to walk long distances, stand for significant periods of time and be able to lift heavy items. Who you are: You can use a Smart Phone and hold a full UK manual driving licence. You embrace working both early morning and late evening shifts, and one weekend in four. You are resourceful and can adapt and find new solutions to problems. You are confident in basic DIY and maintenance skills. From repairing litter bins and installing street name plates to painting and litter picking. You are self-motivated, we need people with a See it, solve it attitude who can spot what is needed and get the job done. You understand what a community is and are enthusiastic about actively working closely with the people of Colchester. You strive for excellence in everything you do and have a passion for improving the quality of cleanliness of our streets for the residents of Colchester. You are devoted to upholding the values of Colchester City Council. You are committed to going the extra mile to make sure any work in the community is done to the best of our ability. If you would like to find out more details about this job, please call Tracy Vincent on 07815 481977 or Linda Leatherdale on 07852 457360.. Location : Colchester, Essex