General Operatives
CV-LibraryBelfast, County AntrimcontractPosted: 9 June 2026
Apply NowGeneral Operative - Cleansing Services
Location: Belfast - Multiple Routes (Falls Road, Charlotte Street, Garron Crescent, Huss Row, Alexandra Park, Stockmans Lane, Malone & surrounding areas)
Belfast City Council - City & Neighbourhood Services
£13.47 per hour PAYE
37 hours per week | Mon-Thu 7:30-3:30 | Fri 7:30-3:00
Temporary - 12 weeks
About the Role
We are currently recruiting General Operatives to support Belfast City Council's City & Neighbourhood Services team. You will play a key role in keeping Belfast's streets, parks, and neighbourhoods clean, safe, and well maintained.
This is a frontline operational role covering multiple locations across Belfast, including Falls Road, Malone, Stockmans Lane, Alexandra Park, Charlotte Street, Garron Crescent, Huss Row and surrounding areas.
Key Responsibilities
Collecting and loading household, commercial, and industrial waste
Street cleansing including litter picking, sweeping, and bin emptying
Removal of fly-tipping, graffiti, gum, and general street debris
Supporting recycling and waste segregation activities
Assisting with parks and open space maintenance
Use of basic tools and cleansing equipment
Working as part of a team across rotating street/estate routes
What We're Looking For
At least 6 months' experience in a public-facing or manual labour role
Basic understanding of Health & Safety and PPE use
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Good teamwork and communication skills
Reliable, flexible, and physically fit for manual work
Additional Information
Full PPE required (safety boots essential)
Work is physically demanding and outdoors-based
Full induction provided
UK work eligibility required
Why Apply?
Immediate temporary work with weekly hours guaranteed
Work across a variety of Belfast communities and routes
Gain experience in a major local authority environment
Be part of a vital public service team keeping the city clean
Location: Belfast - Multiple Routes (Falls Road, Charlotte Street, Garron Crescent, Huss Row, Alexandra Park, Stockmans Lane, Malone & surrounding areas)
Belfast City Council - City & Neighbourhood Services
£13.47 per hour PAYE
37 hours per week | Mon-Thu 7:30-3:30 | Fri 7:30-3:00
Temporary - 12 weeks
About the Role
We are currently recruiting General Operatives to support Belfast City Council's City & Neighbourhood Services team. You will play a key role in keeping Belfast's streets, parks, and neighbourhoods clean, safe, and well maintained.
This is a frontline operational role covering multiple locations across Belfast, including Falls Road, Malone, Stockmans Lane, Alexandra Park, Charlotte Street, Garron Crescent, Huss Row and surrounding areas.
Key Responsibilities
Collecting and loading household, commercial, and industrial waste
Street cleansing including litter picking, sweeping, and bin emptying
Removal of fly-tipping, graffiti, gum, and general street debris
Supporting recycling and waste segregation activities
Assisting with parks and open space maintenance
Use of basic tools and cleansing equipment
Working as part of a team across rotating street/estate routes
What We're Looking For
At least 6 months' experience in a public-facing or manual labour role
Basic understanding of Health & Safety and PPE use
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Good teamwork and communication skills
Reliable, flexible, and physically fit for manual work
Additional Information
Full PPE required (safety boots essential)
Work is physically demanding and outdoors-based
Full induction provided
UK work eligibility required
Why Apply?
Immediate temporary work with weekly hours guaranteed
Work across a variety of Belfast communities and routes
Gain experience in a major local authority environment
Be part of a vital public service team keeping the city clean