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Mechanical Sweeper Driver

Ubico


About The Role

Ubico Ltd requires experienced, enthusiastic and well-motivated persons to carry out a wide range of street cleaning tasks within the Gloucester region The role will involve driving a range of vehicles up to and including 3.5 tonnes gross weight minimum and working with other street cleaning crews and vehicles in a team to clear areas where necessary.

Applicants must have a flexible approach to working hours and tasks allocated and to be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions. 

You will … 

Undertake visual daily checks of the vehicle before it is used to ensure that the vehicle is in good working order, including checking oil, water, tyres, lights and beacons. 

To work with other street cleaning crew and vehicle in a team to clear areas where necessary. 

For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification.

What we can do for you

  • Driver CPC Training – We cover all costs to help you stay qualified. 
  • Learning & Progression – We support your growth, whether you're starting out or moving up.
  • Flexible Working – Options include hybrid roles and task & finish shifts. 
  • Community Impact – Help make your neighbourhood cleaner and greener. 
  • Generous Leave – 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years). 
  • Holiday Flexibility – Buy or sell up to 1 week of leave. 
  • Pension Support – 5% employer contribution to your retirement.
  • Exclusive Discounts – Save on shopping, dining, travel and more with Unity Rewards. 
  • 24/7 Support – Free, confidential helpline for you and your family. 
  • Health & Wellbeing – Free eye tests (role-dependent), flu jabs, and wellbeing resources. 
  • Workplace Comforts – Free PPE, tea & coffee, and on-site parking.   

About The Organisation

We provide vital environmental services across Gloucestershire and West Oxfordshire – keeping communities clean and green. Our work includes waste and recycling collections, street cleansing, grounds maintenance, building cleaning, managing recycling centres and maintenance of our fleet.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud of our strong work ethic and are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who share our commitment to making a positive difference. 

To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and complete your application form and  supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It’s important that we’re a good fit for each other, so let us know what’s important to you and why you want to work for Ubico.

Ubico is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Pre-employment checks include medical screening, references, proof of identity and right to work, and may include criminal record verification.

It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.

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