Job Description

Job Role:  Assistant Environmental Services Technician 

Location: Tyne and wear, Washington

Salary: £13.45 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Sunday rota)

Working Pattern: Usual hours 07:30 - 15:30 (flexibility required, including occasional weekends)

Type: Temporary

Start Date: 8 June 2026

End Date: 30 September 2026

About the Role

An urgent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Environmental Services Technician to support environmental maintenance and cleansing operations across designated sites, including Sunderland City Centre and surrounding areas.

The role involves a combination of street cleansing, grounds maintenance, and general environmental upkeep tasks, contributing to maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming public spaces.

Key Duties

Carry out cleansing and ground maintenance duties as directed

Support routine maintenance tasks under supervision

Operate basic tools and equipment safely and correctly

Respond to changing work areas, teams, and operational needs

Maintain safe working practices in line with health and safety standards

Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors

Use basic electronic systems such as smartphones or email for work communication Person Specification Knowledge & Skills

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Understanding of basic health and safety practices in an industrial/environmental services setting

Ability to use basic electronic communication tools (e.g. smartphone, email)

Ability to safely operate basic tools and equipment relevant to the role

Ability to carry out routine maintenance tasks under direction

Strong verbal communication skills (face-to-face and telephone)

Ability to adapt to changes in tasks, teams, and working environments Experience

Experience working as part of a team

Experience following instructions and applying them accurately to tasks  

Additional Information

This role is physically active and may involve outdoor work in varying weather conditions. Candidates should be comfortable working in a hands-on operational environment and supporting essential public services