Environmental Operative 2/3

Terms and Conditions: Full Time, 37 hours, Permanent
Department: Environment & Resident Services
Interview Date: W/C 7th December 2026

We encourage candidates to complete their application using their own words and experiences. While AI tools may be used for support, applications should accurately reflect your individual skills, knowledge, and suitability for the role.

Are you looking for a new challenge, passionate about the environment and want an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, as well as learn new ones and have a full driving license? If so, our Environmental Operative vacancy may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

As an Environmental Operative you will be part of the Street Scene team responsible for helping maintain Blackburn with Darwen in a clean, green and safe condition.

To succeed as an Environmental Operative, you will need to be an advocate for the Council, building good working relationships with both colleagues and customers. The candidates should also have the ability to communicate well with members of the public in a polite, professional, and friendly manner.

The hours are 37 hours per week over a five day period between Sunday – Saturday. You may also be given the opportunity to work additional hours, dependent upon the needs of the service. If you believe you can help us meet the challenges, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

If you wish to have an informal chat about the role, please contact William Lee via email - william.lee@blackburn.gov.uk

In addition to your application form, please include supporting information which evidences how you meet the criteria detailed on the key requirements document.

The listing may be closed before the closing date should sufficient applicants have been received.