Market Operatives

Markets Operative

Location: Markets within Walsall Borough Rate: £14.14 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 a Markets Operative on behalf of Walsall Council. This is an excellent opportunity for a hardworking and reliable individual 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

7 hours per week - Wednesdays only.Split shifts with an unpaid break between shifts

AM Shift: 4:00am - 8:00am PM Shift: 2:00pm - 5:00pm Unsocial hours enhancement applicable for hours worked before 6:00am. Weekly rotas will be provided directly by Walsall CouncilKey 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 activitiesEssential Skills & Experience

Previous experience undertaking manual or physical work Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and temperatures Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle for travel to and from the market site 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 professionally Ability to use basic hand tools and equipment Reliable, flexible and willing to undertake early morning starts

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