Markets Operative

Description

Markets Operative (2 Positions Available)

Location: Markets within Walsall Borough.

Rate: £13.69 per hour PAYE

Contract: Temporary, 3 Months with potential to extend.

Potential for Permanent Opportunities to become available while on temporary placement

Start Date: ASAP

Opus People Solutions are pleased to be recruiting for 2 Markets Operatives on behalf of Walsall Council. This is an excellent opportunity for hardworking and reliable individuals to join the Markets Team, supporting the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and presentation of markets across the borough.

This role involves a variety of outdoor, hands-on duties and requires candidates who are comfortable undertaking physical work in all weather conditions.

Working Hours - Split shifts.

Part-time hours - unpaid lunch

Working days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday

Early starts, typically between 4:00am and 6:00am

Wednesday shifts generally begin between 4:00am and 5:00am, finishing on site between 4:00pm and 5:00pm (subject to operational requirements)

Approximately 6 to 7 hours per day

Weekly rotas will be provided directly by Walsall Council

Key Responsibilities

Setting up and dismantling market stalls

Moving and positioning bins across market sites

Litter picking and maintaining clean market environments

Engaging professionally with market traders and members of the public

Reporting issues and updates to the Team Leader and Market Operational Manager

Spreading grit and rock salt during icy weather conditions

Supporting the upkeep of market infrastructure

Cleaning stalls, bins, compounds and communal areas

Carrying out basic weeding and general site maintenance

Assisting with the smooth operation of market activities

Essential Skills & Experience

Previous experience undertaking manual or physical work

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and temperatures

Full UK Driving Licence

Access to your own vehicle for travel between sites

Business insurance for use of your own vehicle during work-related travel

Ability to work independently and as part of a small team

Good communication and customer service skills

Confidence when engaging with traders and members of the public

Ability to represent Walsall Council xjnqpsq professionally

Ability to use basic hand tools and equipment

Reliable, flexible and willing to undertake early morning starts

Additional Information

Applicants must be aged 18 years or over

Candidates must be able to reliably travel to site locations

References will be required before employment can commence

Successful candidates will be required to attend an in-person interview at either the depot or Civic Centre

If you are a practical, hardworking individual who enjoys working outdoors and being part of a team that supports local markets and communities, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV.

All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references

Ad ID: 5419033528