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Do you enjoy working outside, as part of a team that make a direct difference to the communities of Doncaster?

We may have the opportunity for you; we are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our Street Scene team. 

Although experience in Street Cleansing or Waste management is a benefit it is not essential for the role of Street Cleansing Technician. We need someone with a positive attitude who works well in a team and is committed to delivering an excellent service every day. 

We will provide training to allow you to use a variety of maintenance machinery to deliver works including, litter removal, bin emptying, fly tip clearance, road sweeping and weed removal works. The role works directly in the community on sites across Doncaster, giving you the chance to see the difference Street Scene makes to people living in Doncaster. 

If you want to be part of service dedicated to delivering outstanding service to our residents by maintaining and enhancing Doncaster’s public spaces this could be the opportunity for you. 

We will provide full uniform and PPE and an opportunity for further development in the future. 

If you are interested and want to find more about joining our mission to keep Doncaster’s public spaces beautiful and welcoming, please contact us on the numbers below. 

Apply now to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in service and community pride.

In return for your contribution, we offer:

  • Competitive leave entitlement
  • Generous local government pension scheme
  • Wellbeing support and staff networks
  • Development and training opportunities
  • Staff discounts and benefits schemes
  • More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.

Shortlisting will take place week commencing 31.08.2026 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held on 8th or 9th September.

For further details or an informal chat please contact: Deborah Harrison, Tel: 07971 967136, email address deborah.harrison@doncaster.gov.uk 

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