Markets Operative

Umbrella - 17.23 per hour - Umbrella

As a Markets Operative you will support the day-to-day operation maintenance and presentation of market sites across the borough. This is a hands-on outdoor role involving market set-up site maintenance cleaning and customer interaction.

• Set up and dismantle market stalls.
  
• Move and position bins across market sites.
  
• Carry out litter picking and site cleaning duties.
  
• Maintain clean and safe market environments.
  
• Support the upkeep of market infrastructure.
  
• Clean stalls compounds bins and communal areas.
  
• Carry out basic weeding and site maintenance.
  
• Spread grit and rock salt during adverse weather conditions.
  
• Assist traders and members of the public.
  
• Report issues to Team Leaders and Managers.
  
• Support the smooth running of market operations.
  
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  

• Previous manual labour or physical work experience.
  
• Experience working outdoors.
  
• Good customer service skills.
  
• Ability to undertake physically demanding duties.
  
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
  
• Good communication skills.
  
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.
  
• Experience using basic hand tools and equipment.
  

• Full UK Driving Licence.
  
• Own Vehicle.
  
• Business Insurance.
  
• Right to Work in the UK.
  

• Working Hours: 18 hours per week.
  
• Working Days: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday and Saturday.
  
• Early starts between 04:00am and 06:00am.
  
• Wednesday shifts may run until approximately 16:00 - 17:00 depending on operational requirements.
  
• Weekly rota provided.
  
• Location: Markets across the Walsall Borough area.
  
• Potential for extension.
  
• Must be aged 18.
  
• In-person interview required.
  
• Supplier Submission Deadline: 11th November 2026.
  
• References required before commencement.
  
• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.
  
• Apply ASAP.