Markets Operative

• Job Title- Markets Operative
• Location- City Hall, BS1 5TR
• Duration- 4 months contract
• Pay rate- £13.05 + 0.28 per hour
• Time- 06:00am to 14.00pm
• Start Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2025

Purpose of the job

To provide a range of operational services that ensures the safe and efficient day

to day function of the Markets team.

Key job outcomes/accountabilities

• Carry out and range of cleaning, waste disposal and recycling tasks. Operate

mechanical cleaning equipment.

• Unlock, lock and secure premises and open space sites. Operate building

security and fire alarm systems.

• Provide an on-site security presence to address anti-social behaviour and

crime issues.

• Provide information and general assistance to customers, clients and

stakeholders.

• Set up, move and dismantle market and event equipment. Provide general

porterage services for market traders and event organisers. Operate

mechanical handling equipment.

• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance to buildings, infrastructure and

equipment.

• Operate evacuation and emergency procedures in instance of fire, bomb alert

or other potential hazards. Liaise with emergency services.

• Although post holders will normally carry out their duties between Monday to

Saturday. Saturday working will be required. There will be occasions when the

market is open on Sundays (the Market becomes a 7 day a week operation

from mid-November until Christmas) and evenings and post holders will be

required to work as part of a rota to cover these occasions.

• Wear uniform and protective clothing at all times when on duty.
• Work in accordance with market trading, event and security legislation.

Undertake training to meet these requirements.