Street Scene Operative

Key Responsibilities:

  • To undertake and operate vehicles up to 3.5 tonne for tasks fly tipping/ dog fouling/ litter/ graffiti) and maintenance needs associated with Street Scene network.
  • To assist in the management of delegated operational environmental staff within delegated areas of responsibility including Street Scene Operations.
  • To undertake similar related operational functions to support environmental operatives and drivers as required .
  • To Undertake the Promotion and marketing of Grounds Maintenance Services to increase opportunities to the council.

Key Requirements:

  • Must hold a Full/ Valid UK Licence with the ability to drive up to 3.5 tonnes.

  •  Ability to complete crew rounds sheets, timesheets, annual leave requests and other administrative records in accordance with procedures. 

  • Must be able to work on own initiative, deal and solve unanticipated problems and situations independently, within the councils policies and procedures.
  • Good ICT experience in windows including office, excel, outlook and internet use and able to use tablets / handhelds to ensure that  works are carried out in accordance with the works order, details recorded and works are closed off using these devices.  

  • Further spec is available on request.

    Job Type: Full-time, Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm

    Location: Bedford

    Pay: £12.21 Per Hour

Legal Clerk

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage calls, emails, and diary appointments.
  • Arrange hearings, court dates, and meetings.
  • Draft legal notices, reports, legal files, and court bundles.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, solicitors, barristers and the courts.
  • Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling legal documentation.

Key Requirements:

  • Essential: Experience in administrative role.
  • Desirable: Experience in legal administration.
  • Maintain confidentiality in managing information in accordance with the data protection.
  • GCSE’s in English and Maths (Grade C or Above) required.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft office (Excel, Outlook).

    Job Type: Full-time, Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm

    Location: Bedford

    Pay: £12.21 Per Hour

Conveyancing Assistant / Secretary

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with preparation and processing of legal documents related to property transaction.
  • Liaise with clients and third parties.
  • Maintain accurate transaction records.
  • Conduct property searches.
  • Prepare completion statements.
  • Provide administrative support.
  • Ensure legal compliance.

Key Requirements:

  • Residential conveyancing experience required.
  •  Proficient in Microsoft Office and strong administrative skills.
  • Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Proactive problem-solving and eagerness to learn the conveyancing process.

  • Job Type: Full-time, Mon – Fri 9 am till 5 pm

    Location: Bedford

    Pay: £27,500 – £30,000 per year

Mechanic/ Technician (Level 3 Qualified)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct routine inspections and maintenance.

  • Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using advanced tools and techniques.

  • Repair or replace faulty components

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a level 3 mechanic or technician.

    Pay: £16.31Per Hour

MOT Tester

 Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out MOT tests in accordance with DVSA regulations.
  • Identify faults, failures, or compliance issues and provide detailed reports.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inspections and findings.

Qualifications:

  • Valid MOT Tester certification.
  • Proven experience in vehicle inspection and testing.

    Pay: £16.31Per Hour

General Labourer

We’re seeking labourer’s to cover various dates in June and July.

Initially 2 days a week, Starting Monday 23rd June at 5.30am and Wednesday 25th June.

Company installs and fits furniture, based in Marston Mortaine but work will be done in various locations.

if you do not drive, we can arrange pick up and drop offs in an arranged location.

Normal Working 8am till 5pm, but may vary depending on where the work is.

Key Requirements:

  • Must hold a current / valid CSCS card and safety boots

Job Type: part time:16 – 24 per week

Location: Bedfordshire

Pay: £12.21 Per Hour

HGV Class 2 - Refuse Driver

We are seeking experienced HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our team. 

  • Main role will be to drive around a small team of loaders to residential and private dwellings collecting waste.
  • You maybe required to help the loaders occasionally with loading the bins but this would 

Key Requirements:

  • Essential: HGV class 2 Driving Licence 
  • At least 1 year experience driving HGV class 2
  • Must have rear steer drive experience 

Job Type: Full-time, Mon – Fri, 6am – 2pm, 37 hrs 

Location: Bedfordshire

Pay: £14.73 per hour – increase after 12 weeks

 

Corporate Building Officer

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily facilities operations to ensure council buildings remain secure, safe, and fully operational.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, including fire safety and health & safety requirements.
  • Liaise with contractors and manage maintenance works to ensure effective service delivery.
  • Monitor access control and inventory systems to support building support building safety and visitor management. 
  • Respond promptly to building- related issues, escalating where necessary.
  • Support FM initiatives aimed at improving building usability, sustainability, and efficiency.  

Key Requirements:

  • Previous experience in Facilities Management within a corporate or tenanted environment.
  • Strong knowledge of building maintenance practices and contractor coordination.
  • Familiarity with Fire Safety.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and building management systems such as access control or inventory.

Job Type: Full-time, Temp to perm

Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 17:00pm

Location: Bedford 

Pay: £15.88 per hour

CNC Operator

Key Responsibilities:

  • Set up and operate CNC machinery to cut hinges, holes, and other specifications in wood and metal door components. 
  • Interpret technical drawings and job orders to determine machine settings and requirements. 
  • Carry out routine maintenance.
  • Maintain production records and follow health and safety regulations. 

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in CNC programming and operation.
  • Familiarity with steel and timber materials in manufacturing environments. 
  • Ability to interpret G-code, CAD/CAM files, technical drawings.
  • Transport is required due to the workshop’s location.

Job Type: Full-time, Temp to perm

Monday to Friday – 8:00 to 16:00pm

Location: Pavenham

Pay: £14  per hour

Placement Officer ( Admin and Clerical)

Key Responsibilities:

  • To facilitate the appropriate placement of looked- after children and care leavers.
  • Identify quality placements that are matched to meet child needs.
  • Source factual information to in-house foster carers and placement providers.
  • Quality assurance, manage placement budgets, contract negotiations, using data systems.  

Key Requirements:

  • GCSE’s in English and Maths at Grade C or above 
  • Relevant business or administrative qualification, ideally NVQ level 3 or above.
  • Effectively communicate with internal colleagues and external placement providers.
  • Awareness of local authority’s statutory responsibilities relating to vulnerable children and young people.
  • Work flexibly and meet emergency placement requests when required and respond positively in crisis situations

Job Type: Full-time, Temp to perm

Location: Bedford

Pay: £15 per hour

HGV Grab Driver

Key Requirements:

  • Full UK Licence

  • HGV Class 2 Licence/ Experience
  • Digi Card and CPC 
  • Experience in using a clamshell bucket crane

Mon – Fri 7am- 17.30pm, Sat 7am- 12pm

Location: Kempston

Pay: £15.50 per hour

Service Desk Analyst (Information Technology)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide efficient and professional ICT support to council staff.
  • Record and resolve various ICT inquiries and technical issues.
  • Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks and record management.
  • Support a range of IT equipment, including desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, printers, and servers.
  • Troubleshoot and manage virtualisation technologies, SANs, Backup solutions, and secure gateways (AV/Spam/Content Filters).
  • Administer and support Microsoft Active Directory, Azure, Entra ID, Intune, Exchange, and Office 365 (including Teams)
  • Work on-site in an office-based role, five days per week.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in complex service desk environment.

  • expertise in desktop, laptop, tablet, and smartphone support.

  • Understand secure gateway technologies
  • Microsoft proficiency.
  • Use of Networking Technologies (DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP)
  • Relevant Qualifications/ Accreditations in:
    • Microsoft Solutions
    • Barracuda Solutions
    • Dell Hardware (Desktops/Laptops)
    • ITIL3/4 Certification

Job Type: contract length – 12 weeks

Location: Bedford

Pay: £32.61 per hour

General Office Administrator

Starting ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, letters, and phone calls.
  • Organize and maintain filing systems, both electronic and paper-based.
  • Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks and record management.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in an administrative or office management role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm, Mon – Fri,

40 hrs per week

Pay: £12.21 per hour