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Public Realm Maintenance Operative

Lancaster City Council Lancaster District | £26,403 + On-Call Payments | Permanent | Driver Essential

Reed is proud to be working exclusively with Lancaster City Council to recruit several Public Realm Maintenance Operatives.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work, being outdoors, and wants a secure career with genuine progression opportunities.

What's in it for you?

• Salary of £26,403 per annum £220 paid just for being on call during your standby week
• Additional call-out payments on top if you're required to attend at 1.5/ 2 x hourly pay
• Enhanced weekend and Bank Holiday rates
• Standard rota Monday to Friday with adhoc weekends
• Full training provided
• Category C1 (7.5 tonne/Class 1) licence paid for by Lancaster City Council if you don't already hold it
• Local Government pension and benefits package

The Role

You'll help keep Lancaster's parks, streets, beaches and public spaces looking their best.

Duties include:

• Grass cutting and grounds maintenance
• Hedge cutting and landscaping
• Street cleansing and litter management
• Graffiti removal
• Winter gritting and snow clearance
• Supporting community events and public spaces
• Driving council vehicles and operating equipment following training

What We're Looking For

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience in manual, outdoor, construction, maintenance or practical work
• Reliable, hardworking and willing to learn
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Flexible approach to evenings, weekends and standby duties

PLEASE NOTE. Due to the on call part of this role, you need to live within 30minutes of Lancaster/ Morecambe to be considered

Why Apply?

The basic salary is strong, but the real earning potential comes from the on-call rota. You receive £220 simply for being on standby, plus additional payments if called out, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to boost their earnings whilst building a long-term career.

Apply today and Rach Wilkinson at Reed will contact suitable applicants directly to discuss the opportunity in more detail. IND-NORTH