Vacancy Details

Scarab Minor Sweeper Driver
Salary: £30,269 - £32,790

Our services ensure that our district remains clean and safe. You’ll work as part of a team and will be responsible for operating a small mechanical street sweeping vehicle to maintain the cleanliness of roads and public areas across the district.

As part of the role, you will follow agreed cleaning schedules, undertake vehicle safety checks, and ensure the sweeper is cleaned and maintained to keep it operating effectively. You may also be required to undertake manual litter picking and support other areas of the service when needed.

You’ll hold a current C1 driving licence and CPC card and be confident driving vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes. Training will be provided on the specific sweeping equipment used.

You’ll be comfortable working outdoors in all types of weather and able to manage the physical aspects of the role when required. A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team are essential.

You’ll embrace the Council’s values of customer service at all times, displaying a polite and helpful attitude to residents and visitors, while communicating effectively with colleagues.

This role is based at our Dunbrik Depot in Sundridge, working 37 hours per week, with the possibility of overtime.

Do you want to know more about the role?

For further details, please contact Mick Hood, Clean & Green Team Supervisor, on 01732 227454.

Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements, as your application will be judged against these criteria.

Closing date: 26th March 2026
Interviews: TBC

Equal Opportunities

Sevenoaks – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

How to apply

Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.