Refuse, Recycling & Street Cleansing Operative (36 hours per week) Location: Newtownards, Northern Ireland Contract:TemporaryHours: Monday - Thursday - 7:00am - 4:30pm - 12-week contract The RoleYou'll play a vital part in keeping our community clean, safe, and welcoming. As a Refuse, Recycling and Street Cleansing Operative, you'll work outdoors in all weather, carrying out essential services that directly improve the environment and daily life of local residents.Key ResponsibilitiesRefuse & recycling collection - Safely load, lift and move waste and recycling containers, including items over 16kg, for more than half of each working day.Street cleansing duties - Litter picking, sweeping, emptying street bins, and maintaining public spaces to a high standard.Public interaction - Engage politely and professionally with members of the public during daily rounds.Team collaboration - Work closely with colleagues to complete routes efficiently and safely.Vehicle and equipment use - Operate tools and equipment as required, following all safety procedures.Essential Experience & RequirementsOutdoor manual work in paid employment, including heavy lifting of items over 16kg for more than 50% of a working day.Working in all weather conditions - rain, wind, heat, and cold.Face‑to‑face public interaction - confident, polite, and helpful communication.Teamwork experience in a practical, hands‑on environment.Good level of physical fitness and the ability to work safely at all times.Reliability, punctuality, and a positive, can‑do attitude.What We OfferStable, full‑time hours (36 per week).Supportive team environment.Training and development opportunities.The chance to make a visible, meaningful difference in your community.What you'll get in return Paid weeklyHoliday PayWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be